Profile
Peter Minshall is a carnival artist and costume designer based in Trinidad. His work is distinguished by its narrative depth, marrying themes of life, spirituality, and societal commentary with the vibrancy of Caribbean culture. Minshall's masquerade trilogies, such as "Paradise Lost," "River," and his iconic characters "Tan Tan" and "Saga Boy," have left a mark on the Trinidad Carnival, earning him international acclaim.Minshall's approach extends from traditional carnival to global spectacles, including the opening ceremonies of the Barcelona 1992 and Atlanta 1996 Olympics, the 1994 Football World Cup, and the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics, showcasing his mastery in creating grand narratives through movement and design. His contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Guggenheim Fellowship (1982), the Chaconia Silver Medal (1987), and the Trinity Cross (1996), Trinidad and Tobago's highest national award at the time.
