Arno Elias, JUMBO 7 – Photography Hand Painted Photography
The Sagamore Hotel Miami Beach proudly announces it’s schedule of activities during Miami Art Week, December 4 to December 7, 2019. The iconic Collins Avenue property known as “The Art Hotel” will play host to an Opening Reception for “I’m Not a Trophy” by Arno Elias, a not-to-be-missed immersive art experience and fine art exhibition. The Sagamore Hotel will also welcome hundreds for its invitation-only 19th Annual Sagamore Brunch.
On Wednesday, December 4, to kick off Miami Art Week, the hotel will host an Opening Reception at 9 p.m. for “I’m Not a Trophy” by Arno Elias, following the vernissage at the Miami Convention Center. A first of its kind in the region, “I’m Not a Trophy” by Arno Elias, on view from December 4, 2019 – February 2020, is an exhibition entirely dedicated to endangered species and indigenous cultures and is centered on the work of the esteemed French artist and wildlife photographer. The Opening Reception will feature an innovative, immersive and educational fine art experience that aims to generate awareness on endangered species and indigenous cultures.
Arno Elias, LEONE Photography Hand Embellished Original
“We are using this exhibition as a way to bring awareness to the increased threat to the very existence of wild animals due to trophy hunting, poaching and habitat loss from human urbanization,” says Arno Elias, artist, photographer and charity founder. “There is an urgency for social and political change on the topic of killing as a sport and we want to contribute by displaying fine art that depicts the species at most risk if we don’t take immediate action.”
Including fashion icon and actress Cara Delevingne as its ambassador, the premiere of this global initiative is a movement aimed at bringing awareness to the malicious acts of trophy hunting and poaching of endangered species. Pieces on display in “I’m Not a Trophy” at The Sagamore Hotel will include iconic African animals, such as lions, elephants, rhinoceros, gorillas, giraffes, cheetahs and the last of wild tigers in India, but also numerous portraits and artifacts from some of the African Tribes whose lives depend on a fragile ecosystem.
Arno Elias, THE STAND Photography Hand Embellished Original
The exhibition will also highlight the role that African tribes play within the overall ecosystem of endangered species. These works of art will bring African wilderness to life and involve all the senses through an immersive experience, encompassing music, design, and never before seen video-footage and photos by Elias.
As a reminder of the issues of global warming, an art installation entitled “The Giraffe Lounge” by multi-talented artist Pascal Blondeau is sure to peak the interest of guests with a dinner table that will showcase plush animals that will be seated as if attending an opulent dinner party.
Surrounded by the beauty of nature and wild animals, guests who visit The Sagamore Hotel during Miami Art Week and thereafter will have the opportunity to learn more about the true story of species whose lives are now endangered, predominantly because of human activities such as poaching, trophy hunting and urbanization. This educational and artistic exhibit will raise awareness about the urgency to protect what makes our planet so unique, its biodiversity, indigenous people, and will honor the beauty of wildlife in all its forms.
Sagamore Exterior (Photo Credit_ WRE)
“Miami Beach welcomes hundreds of thousands of people year after year, and we’re thrilled to take a step towards providing a unique Art Week experience that also raises awareness for such a worthy cause,“ says Ronit Neuman, The Sagamore Hotel owner. “We remain committed to being an accessible arts destination in this city and our desire is that this art exhibition will attract and engage visitors from all over the world and inspire them to take action towards this just cause.”
Curated by Sebastien Laboureau, the resident art advisor of The Sagamore Hotel, pieces featured in “I’m Not a Trophy” are presented in partnership with Markowicz Fine Art, the exclusive representative of Arno Elias in South Florida. Most of the artworks displayed in “I’m Not a Trophy” by Arno Elias will be available for purchase, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the “I’m Not a Trophy” charity that helps save endangered species.
On Saturday, December 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Sagamore will welcome Art Basel VIP’s for its 18th Annual Sagamore Brunch, a private, invitation-only affair featuring art activations and performances by the property’s ocean side pool. At the event this year, guests will explore and experience the rich traditions of Africa through art, dance and music, while enjoying delicious sweet and savory crepes and endless pours of Champagne. Musical entertainment will feature musical performances by The South Florida Symphony Orchestra and the Delou African Dance Ensemble, whose purpose is to foster awareness of the timeless traditions of West Africa.
Arno Elias
Continuing its long-time tradition of featuring live mural painting during the annual brunch celebration, a trio of world-acclaimed artists deeply involved with the conservation of wildlife, have been commissioned by The Sagamore Hotel to paint the Sagamore Walls located in the new Sagamore Garden that will be unveiled and inaugurated on this same day. The featured artists include, Sonny of South Africa, Louis Masai of the United Kingdom, and Benda of Israel.
The Sagamore Hotel is located at 1671 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL. “I’m Not a Trophy” by Arno Elias will be free and open-to-the-public 24/7 starting December 4, 2019 through February 2020.
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