Bermuda: Stories in Memory

Bermuda: Stories in Memory, an exhibition of new collage works by Bermudian artist Bill Ming, will open in the Rick Faries Gallery on Friday, March 14, 2025. Masterworks has partnered with Bermudian curator Daisy Gould, who has instigated and guest-curated the exhibition and accompanying publication.

Ming’s new suite of works on show are deeply rooted in Bermuda’s history and culture and Ming’s memories of growing up on the island. While Ming is locally known best for his sculptural and assemblage works, this new body of work, created between 2023-24, focuses on Ming’s collage practice. An important element of his artistic oeuvre for many years, Ming’s collages incorporate maps, popular images, scans of foraged foliage, pages from books, and even elements from old works. Created in his studio in Newark, UK, where he has lived since the 1970’s, this new body of work is in many ways a return home to Bermuda for the 80-year-old artist.

As stated by Daisy Gould,

“In its myriad forms, Ming’s work continuously contributes to local and global conversations on identity, ecology, migration, and cultural hybridity. His work serves as a powerful tool for reclaiming narratives, challenging stereotypes, and asserting agency in the face of historical and contemporary challenges – doing so with humour and grace. By capturing the spirit, resilience, and creativity of Bermuda, Ming’s work aims to not only enrich cultural discourse but also serve as a catalyst for social change and collective empowerment.”

All works in Bermuda: Stories in Memory will be available for purchase in person at Masterworks and through the Rick Faries Gallery website. The Shop at Masterworks will also feature a limited-edition run of prints.