The studio and its history
Barbara is a painter. She lived and worked on the lovely island of La Digue. In her studio by the beach she produced a large body of work. She used media such as watercolour, gouache and acrylic on paper and canvas, as well as lacquer and pigments on aluminium panels.
Barbara also made pencil and charcoal drawings, screen prints, marbles, finger-paint wallpapers and fabrics. In fact she worked in any medium that allowed her to express her artistic talent and her love of the islands.
All her originals were offered for sale in a small, friendly gallery attached to the studio.
The Briton first came to Seychelles in 1984, originally on a two-year teaching contract at the art school. That stay turned into more than two decades. Her subjects came from everyday life and the landscape of the islands: Creole scenes, landscapes and portraits.
| Detail | Formerly (until closure, no longer valid) |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Monday to Saturday 10:00 to 18:00, closed on Sundays and public holidays |
| Prices | Items for sale cost between SCR 150 and SCR 8,000 |
| Payment | Cash (euros, rupees, US dollars, Swiss francs), Visa and MasterCard |
Location and getting to Anse Réunion
The studio stood on the beach at Anse Réunion, on the main route to Anse Source d’Argent. This is the busiest part of the island, close to the ferry jetty. Even without the gallery, it is worth going there, as the beach, shops and access to several sights are all in one place.
By ferry
You can only reach La Digue by boat. From Praslin the crossing takes about 15 minutes, and from Mahé the Cat Cocos runs to the island. Timetables change with the season and from year to year, so check the times shortly before you travel. You will find more on the Cat Cocos ferry page.
| Route (adults, one way) | Fare (as of November 2026) | Port fee (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Praslin, La Digue (Cat Rose) | 15 € | €1 per trip, added to the ticket |
| Mahé, La Digue (Cat Cocos, main deck) | 68 € | €2 per trip, added to the ticket |
According to the operators, there is no shuttle bus to the ferry jetty on either Praslin or La Digue. Hotels can arrange transfers on request. For general information on connections, see Getting around Seychelles.
On the island
Distances on La Digue are short, and most visitors cycle or walk. From the jetty you can reach Anse Réunion on a manageable bike ride. The route to Anse Source d’Argent leads through the grounds of the L’Union Estate. An entrance fee is usually charged there, and the details are on that page.
Art and galleries on La Digue today
If art is what brings you here, there are still places to go on the island. The Green Gecko Gallery is also in Anse Réunion. Opening times at small galleries change often, so ask on the spot or at your accommodation before making a trip for it. At Eustache Sardes House and on the L’Union Estate you will get a sense of everyday life and the history of the island. If you want to buy art, you can find more ideas on Leisure & Culture.
Tips for your visit
- Combine Anse Réunion with a beach day at Anse Source d’Argent, Anse Patates or Grand Anse.
- Bring cash in rupees. Card payment and cash machines are not available everywhere on the island.
- If you stay overnight on the island, you get more peace in the evening than day visitors do. You will find places to stay under Holidays on La Digue and restaurants under Eating out on La Digue.
- For an overview of everything the island has to offer, see the La Digue page.
