Osborne displaying part of a costume

Over the years, he has been praised for his exquisite designs, attention to detail, innovation and efficiency. Browne has over eight years experience, and a record of having his mass entitled “Dream of Love” proudly displayed on this year’s calendar in his homeland, in St. Vincent. The Queen of the band costume was also placed second from a field of twelve in the 2007 Vincy Mas.

He also earned kudos in Grenada for his King and Queen of the Band costumes, which made an impression on an even larger crowd.

It all began for Osborne after a well-known Mas builder, from a popular mass band ‘Blondie Bird and Friends’, discovered his intuitive artistic skills through his graffiti paintings and cartoon drawings and thought he could use him to design his Mas pieces. After placing third in the 2003 Vincy Mas with his first design, “Sun Goddess”, Osborne then set out to continue designing and building costumes in this ethnically diverse community of the VI, but is faced with many challenges in producing his work of art.

“My first experience in the BVI was in the 2006 Festival. I was not impressed with it. I know the weaknesses, so I think I can make a big difference, so this is why I am presently working on designs to help make a difference,” he pointed out.

The 33 year-old Vincentian disclosed that he is seeking sponsorship to market his costumes that he is presently working on for the festive season, and is still waiting on a positive response. “If there is no sponsorship the work becomes harder, I might be teaming up with someone soon, but for now I’m a little disappointed,” he added.

Osborne implores the business community to play a vital role in sponsoring the festival Mas, which is incorporated with the emancipation celebrations.

Meanwhile Osborne, upon taking a twist from his native Mas parades back home is presently working on costumes done to order, depicting Nature’s little Secret and Paradise in the VI.

“I got the wrong impression about the festive season here. I don’t see where the Mas fits into an Emancipation celebration. Unlike back home where carnival is separate, people want to have fun, feel good about their body and show off their dressing,” Osborne opined.

“I design and also make costumes, I show you what I have to offer before it is done so you can see what you are getting,” he stated.

For more information on Osborne’s designs, call 440-2709.

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