The Dudus Chronicles, an exhibition of recent work by Belizean artist Hubert Neal, Jr. opened on Saturday, August 21 at Grosvenor Galleries.

YardEdge: Why are you an artist?

Hubert: i was born this way. i have aways had a need to express myself in creative ways

YardEdge: When did you first become one?

Hubert: when i knew that this would be my life/career? 11 or 12 years old

YardEdge: How would you describe your work?

Hubert: my work is versatile. i dont have any limitations in terms of a style or approach. i can draw traditionally, illustrate, photograph, paint. anything

YardEdge: What inspires you?

Hubert: people

YardEdge: What other interests do you have outside of creating art?

Hubert: i read and study anything

YardEdge: How did you end up in Jamaica?

Hubert: i always wanted to come here, and i found out about an artists residency here

YardEdge: What was the inspiration for the Dudus Chronicles? What are you trying to convey?

Hubert: i just couldnt ignore human suffering. hopefully my work is like a person looking in the mirror

YardEdge: How has the reception been to the Dudus Chronicles? Have you been surprised?

Hubert: i have been so surprised by the overwhelming positive tone of the feedback

YardEdge: Do you normally tackle political issues in your work?

Hubert: yes, if i feel strongly about something

YardEdge: Do you usually have a message that you are trying to convey in your art?

Hubert: always

YardEdge: How would people who know you describe you?

Hubert: i dont think anyone knows me

YardEdge: Final thoughts?

Hubert: thank you so much for your time

YardEdge: How would you like to be contacted?

Hubert: by website: thevisualpoetssociety.com, by e mail: hubertnealjr@thevisualpoetssociety.com

YardEdge: Where can one find/see your work?

Hubert: currently, at grosvenor galleries. otherwise, on my website: thevisualpoetssociety.com

YardEdge: Upcoming shows?

Hubert: yes, i am exhibiting in belize city, belize central america in october