Miami transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture as it welcomes art professionals, collectors, and artists for Miami Art Week. Running from December 2nd to December 8th, this week-long celebration features an array of art fairs, exhibitions, and events, with a special emphasis on French galleries and artists. Here’s your premier guide to the highlights of this year’s festivities.
Major Art Fairs to Explore
Art Basel Miami Beach
December 5 – 8
Miami Beach Convention Center
As the largest art fair in the United States, Art Basel kicks off its 22nd edition, showcasing 286 leading international galleries—making it the most extensive edition yet. Over twenty French galleries will exhibit, including acclaimed names like Crèvecoeur, Chantal Crousel, frank elbaz, Karsten Grève, Galerie Lelong & Co, Mennour, mor charpentier, Nathalie Obadia, Perrotin, and Almine Rech.
Design Miami
December 5 – 8
Miami Beach
In conjunction with Art Basel, Design Miami will feature seven French galleries, highlighting innovative designs from Patrick Seguin, Negropontes, Mouvements Modernes, and Carpenter’s Workshop among others.
Art Miami and Context
December 4 – 8
These prominent fairs will host eight French galleries, including local institution Lélia Mordoch. The associative fair NADA will present emerging artists through French galleries like Cadet Capela, Ceysson & Bénétière, and Galerie Lefebvre & Fils.
Untitled Art Fair Miami
December 4 – 8
Designed by the French-Caribbean duo dach&zephir, a creole installation will be showcased at this fair, presented by Atlantic Arthouse.
Featured French Artists
Immerse yourself in the works of celebrated French artists during Miami Art Week:
Marielle Plaisir will have her works featured in the City of Miami Beach’s program titled No Vacancy.
Daniel Buren’s significant installation, “Voile/Toile – Toile/Voile,” will be part of exhibitions at Faena Art.
Special Events and Honors
Etant donnés Grant Celebration
This year marks a special focus on the Etant donnés grant, which supports American partners showcasing French artists. Renowned artists such as Jean-Michel Othoniel, Claire Fontaine, and Laurent Grasso have been highlighted through this initiative. Three South Florida museums will showcase French talent:
– Jaqueline de Jong at NSU Art Museum
– Ulla von Brandenburg at The Bass
– Marguerite Humeau at ICA Miami
On December 3rd, Villa Albertine will celebrate 30 years of the Etant donnés grant program with an event co-hosted by the Albertine Foundation, featuring guests from the French Ministry of Culture and ADAGP.
Etant donnés Prize
In partnership with the French Professional Committee of Art Galleries (CPGA), Villa Albertine will again award the Etant donnés Prize, recognizing a living artist active in the French art scene and exhibited at Art Basel Miami Beach.
Nocturne Immersion
December 7
The Bass Museum of Art
Filmgate Interactive Media Festival collaborates with Villa Albertine for a unique evening celebrating immersive visionary creations. This event connects French and American luminaries from contemporary and digital art, featuring live music, performance art, and artist talks. Additionally, the winners of Villa Albertine’s French Immersion grant will be announced, supporting the next generation of immersive creators in the U.S.
Prepare for an exhilarating week filled with artistic expression and cultural exchange during Miami Art Week 2024! Whether you’re an art connoisseur or a curious newcomer, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.