Miami has more to offer in terms of art than just Basel, baby. Though the most attention is focused on the December edition of the annual international art fair on Miami Beach, with its star-studded parties and satellite shows, there is an abundance of art to be discovered all year long in Miami's many unique neighborhoods.
Wynwood, Allapattah, the Miami Art Deco district, and other areas are among the places we've explored to find the trendiest hangouts and most imaginative spots to see and buy pieces by both domestic and foreign artists. It's also not necessary to be an expert to enjoy them. Everyone can enjoy the artwork at these top Miami art galleries, from beginners to collectors to connoisseurs and all in between.
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| The greatest Miami art galleries to explore the citys artistic culture |
1. Collection of the Rubell Family
One of the largest private collections of contemporary art in the nation is the Rubell Family Collection. Indeed, Rubell is the same as the one from Studio 54 days. The Rubell Family Collection first welcomed visitors to its impressive Wynwood location 23 years ago, and in 2019 it moved to Miami's Allapattah District. Get ready to view artwork that will provoke a variety of responses.
2. Gallery Fredric Snitzer
If you believe that Miami's art scene is relatively new, you should take into account the Fred Snitzer Gallery, which has been operating since the 1970s. Its owner also serves on the selection committee for Art Basel Miami Beach, so you know he has the skills to curate something worthy of a look. You can anticipate seeing works by artists such as Hernan Bas, Noah Cribb, and Alice Aycock if you are interested in contemporary art.
3. The Johnson Sisters
Originally named Gallery Diet, this modern art gallery has been open since 2007 and features the creations of international artists, both established and up-and-coming. This gallery features unconventional and thought-provoking exhibitions, with pieces by artists such as Bhakti Baxter, Nicolas Lobo, and Emmett Moore.
Originally named Gallery Diet, this modern art gallery has been open since 2007 and features the creations of international artists, both established and up-and-coming. This gallery features unconventional and thought-provoking exhibitions, with pieces by artists such as Bhakti Baxter, Nicolas Lobo, and Emmett Moore.
4. Segnini Gallery in Durban
Visit Durban Segnini Gallery if you like the more minimalistic midcentury style combined with striking colors and patterns. This hidden gem of a gallery in Coral Gables was founded in 1970 by Don César Segnini and is run by his daughter Sulay Segnini. It specializes in Latin American modern and contemporary art, especially paintings and sculptures by artists who have experimented with constructivism, abstract expressionism, geometric and kinetic art, and abstract expressionism.
5. Idle Projects
Locust Projects, which began life as a warehouse in Miami when Wynwood was just getting started, has grown to become a major force in the art world. It is now acknowledged as a non-profit organization where visual artists are encouraged to push boundaries and produce work that embodies the spirit of freedom. The space, which relocated to Little River recently, offers free public programming and educational initiatives. The site-specific installations are particularly noteworthy. Another essential event is the yearly Smash and Grab fundraiser.
6. The Mindy Solomon Gallery
The Mindy Solomon Gallery in Allapattah is a modern space that features sculptures, paintings, photographs, and videos. According to the gallery's description, it "explores the intersection of art and design through an ongoing dialog between two- and three-dimensional objects, while embracing diasporic voices." To put it simply, get ready to be amazed—there is a lot to see here. Having been a collector for nearly fifty years, Solomon welcomes to the gallery artists such as David Hicks, Ali Smith, and Alejandro Contreras.
7. Dalé Zine
The fact that senior art director Steve Saiz and stylist manager Lillian Banderas founded Dalé Zine is not surprising given their backgrounds in design and advertising and their enthusiasm for fostering Miami's creative community. When the couple founded Dalé in 2009, their sole objective was to use the zine—the "most low-key format ever"—to present this city's independent voices in an enjoyable and approachable setting. The idea's scope has expanded over time. With programs for all ages, a web radio show, pop-up events, and most recently an expanded storefront and gallery space in Design District, Dalé has evolved into an inclusive cultural hub for the neighborhood.
8. Projects Spinello
Spinello Projects is home to some of the most incredible contemporary and experimental artists in Miami, as well as artists from around the world. It is a collection of the artists who first made Miami's art scene famous. Kris Knight, Sinisa Kukec, and Antonia Wright's inventive works across a range of media keep visitors on the edge of their seats.
9. Miami's MAMAN Fine Art
In 2013, this significant Argentine gallery moved to Miami. Since then, the husband-and-wife team has worked to establish themselves as the city's hub for modern and contemporary Latin American art. In fact, the expansive, multicolored MAMAN Fine Art warehouse in Allapattah serves as a gathering place for artist talks, curator gatherings, neighborhood activities, and more.
10. The Gallery David Castillo
David Castillo Gallery is unafraid to break the mold; it unites the works of queer and artists of color so that they hang harmoniously together. Among these walls are the creations of artists such as Sanford Biggers, Lyle Ashton Harris, Kalup Linzy, and Xaviera Simmons. This booth was recognized as one of the best at Art Basel in 2017 by a number of publications.