Caribbean artists are gaining new international exposure through the Artist Discovery Program, an initiative launched in 2023 by Royal Caribbean Group to connect emerging creatives with a global audience of cruise guests. The program invites artists from destinations across the region to contribute large-scale works that celebrate Caribbean culture, transforming cruise ships into floating galleries that showcase authentic storytelling and artistic talent.
The initiative is expanding this summer to the new Legend of the Seas where selected artists from the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America will have their designs featured as large-scale murals throughout the ship. Programs like this — supported by partners including Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) — help create new economic opportunities for artists while strengthening cultural connections between visitors and the destinations they explore.
Although applications for the current round closed March 8, the growing interest in the program reflects increasing enthusiasm among Caribbean creatives. Artists who missed this opportunity are encouraged to stay tuned for future calls as cruise partners continue to expand initiatives that spotlight the region’s vibrant creative community.
