Plant Spirit – An Exhibition by Anna Reed

On Friday, June 14th St. Maarten Sotheby’s International Realty hosted an Art Exhibition featuring the work of Anna Reed. Anna’s recent work post-Hurricane Irma, as well as her work from previous years, was featured at the exhibit.

From Anna Reed – Plant Spirits
“I had started painting again after a long respite in early 2017 but on September 6 2017 our little island of St. Martin, was devastated by the monstrous Hurricane Irma. It was heartbreaking to see the devastation and I looked at my paintings to remember how beautiful my Flamboyant tree had once been. But just days after this terrible event I watched as all the new shoots and bright green leaves started to reappear, brightening the brown and grey landscape and I started painting again…

My work is my way of expressing my gratitude to you, my plant friends, for helping me to keep my sanity during a very difficult time. You are the source of my inspiration and I am eternally grateful to you. Thank you to the Divine Mother & Father for our beautiful Earth. Please forgive all those who trespass against you…”

If you would like to purchase any of Anna’s paintings, the originals on paper and canvas, are for sale or prints can be ordered. The prints are Giclee prints, printed on acid -free paper in limited series of fifty. Prices start at $195 for a print (40 x 54 cm approx.) Vector work can be printed on a large format printer.

For additional information and inquiries:
Website: https://www.annareedsxm.com/
Email: annareed309@gmail.com

A big thank you to Jean Vallette (info@jeanvallette.com), event and wedding photographer for all the great photos!

Update on many of the beaches since Hurricane Irma

The following article will discuss the current state of many of the beaches after Hurricane Irma.

MULLET BAY

Mullet Beach is still the hopping beach it has always been. There are two different areas to rent beach chairs and umbrellas. The bars are no longer standing, however, you can still purchase drinks and food at different tents set up. The water is clear and the beach is clean. A great place for an adventurous afternoon.

BAIE LONGUE

Baie Longue Beach has become an incredibly private spot. It’s rare to see too many people here. The beach is clean and the water is beautiful. An excellent place for those who enjoy taking long walks, especially around the sunset hour. Baie Longue Beach House located directly on this beach and is available.

PLUM BAY

Plum Bay is still the private getaway it has always been. With clean white sand and warm crystal clear water. The water can get a little rough at certain times, but this will bring surfers which is a thrill to watch.

CUPECOY BEACH

Cupecoy Beach is located directly across from Porto Cupecoy and those who stay at Porto Cupecoy will want to go for an easy to access, walkable beach. There is a tiny beach bar here called Cupecoy Beach Bar for happy hour and to watch the sunset. It’s an excellent spot.

MAHO BEACH

Maho Beach has the world famous landing zone! It’s a thrill to experience. The only difference here is the number of planes coming in for a landing. Besides that, Driftwood Boat Bar is up and running as well as Sunset Bar & Grill. Dunes Casino is also open and ready for anyone who wishes to gamble.

ORIENT BEACH

Orient Bay beach has changed. At the moment the restaurants and beach bars aren’t up and running. The beach is quite a site to see though. It’s absolutely huge. Many people who have been on the island for 30+ years are saying it looks like the beach they remember upon first arriving in SXM. The seaweed should be cleaned up soon as the bars are rebuilding and we believe it will be cleaned up soon!
Bikini Beach will be opening this week (June 20th). The below pictures was taken at the end of May and since then, they have made huge progress.

Orient Beach Village is open and has some incredible spots to drink and get dinner. A new location is Sao: Asian Factory. This restaurant has some amazing sushi and a great vibe.

Overall the beaches are all looking great! The water has never looked so blue.
They are available for those who want to lay out and get some rays.

Is there a beach we didn’t cover that you have questions about? Leave it in the comments!