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Art Basel Miami Beach 2012 - December 6th - 9th

 

2012 Art Basel Guide  ||  Miami Art Month Events

 
 
 

2012 Art Basel Guide

Art Basel Miami Beach
Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States, a cultural and social highlight for the Americas. Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events featuring music, film, architecture and design.

An exclusive selection of more than 250 leading art galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa will exhibit 20th and 21st century artworks by over 2,000 artists. Numerous satellite art fairs and special events take place throughout Greater Miami during Art Basel.

Event Location:
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139
tel: 305/674-1292
www.ArtBasel.com

SATELLITE SHOWS:

  • Design District / Wynwood / Downtown Miami
  • Miami Beach / South Beach
  • Other
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Miami River Art Fair
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

The Miami River Art Fair will provide a unique fair-going experience during Art Basel week as the only riverfront art fair, boasting an 800 linear foot public sculpture mall on the banks of the Miami River called the Riverwalk Sculpture Mall. Enjoy art talks, gallery exhibits, and more.

Exhibit location:
James L. Knight International Center
400 SE 2nd Ave.
Miami
 
AOA Tribal Art Miami Show
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

This fair features a selection of private dealers showcasing museum-quality traditional art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas. Explore how modern art was conceived. At the end of the 19th century, famous artists work from the likes of Picasso, Matisse and Braque were all profoundly influenced by the Art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas. View African masks, oceanic shields and house panels, as well as ancient zoomorphic vessels from pre-columbian peoples. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami
 
Art Africa Miami Arts Fair
12/7/2012 – 12/9/2012

A juried multidisciplinary exhibition of fine contemporary art from the global African Diaspora, situated in the epicenter of Miamis African-American cultural hub, Historic Overtown. The central idea of Art Africa Miami is to present an array of visual works that pay homage to the centrality of Africa and its descendant diasporas artistic contribution to the modern world.

Exhibit location:
919 NW 2nd Ave. (next to Lyric Theater)

Miami
 
Miami Photo
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

This leading contemporary international art fair dedicated to photography, video and new media features an international roster of galleries, artist projects, institutions and publishers. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Midtown Miami
NE 1st Ave. and NE 34th Street
Miami
 
Miami Project
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

Miami Project is the newest addition to Miami's December contemporary art scene. The centrally-located fair will take place in a 65,000 square food tent/pavilion in Midtown Miami and feature curated presentations from 65 galleries, exhibiting leading emerging and mid-career artists from around the world.

Exhibit location:
Midtown Miami
NE 1st Avenue and NE 30th Street
Miami
 
Scope Miami
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

The art show that has established its name by curating cutting-edge contemporary art from around the world proudly returns to Miami for its 10th year. Cementing its future with an 80,000 square foot pavilion across the street from Art Miami, SCOPE Miami's high-profile venue is centrally located in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
3000 NE 1st Ave.

Miami
 
SEVEN
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

SEVEN, the pioneering collective project organized by the galleries BravinLee programs, Hales Gallery, Pierogi Gallery, Postmasters, P.P.O.W., Ronald Feldman Fine Arts and Winkleman Gallery returns to Miami for its third year. With a focus on a collaborative, exhibition-like presentation commingling galleries and artists, SEVEN looks beyond the art fair model to create a new platform for viewing and acquiring works of art. SEVEN features an integrated exhibition format where galleries and artists are commingled. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
2637 N. Miami Ave.

Miami
 
Red Dot Art Fair
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

This art show features more than 50 international, modern contemporary art dealers from around the world. It includes painting, photography, sculpture and more. Visit the web site for details. An Art Basel Satellite event.

Exhibit location:
3011 NE 1st Ave.

Miami
 
Art Miami
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

This premier fair celebrates its 22nd anniversary as it kicks off the opening day of Art Week. World-famous for its extraordinary variety, outstanding quality and its stylish gallery-like decor, Art Miami showcases the best in modern and contemporary art from more than 100 international art galleries and prominent art institutions. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Art Miami Pavilion
3101 NE 1st Ave.
Miami
 
CONTEXT
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

Trendsetting galleries from around the globe will exhibit in a state-of-the-art pavilion directly adjacent to Art Miami. CONTEXT will feature a curated group of 50 galleries representing exceptional emerging and mid-career artists, including solo artist installations, immersive environments, curated projects and multimedia exhibits.

Exhibit location:
3101 NE 1st Ave.

Miami
 
Art Asia
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

This fair brings more than 60 galleries together to showcase paintings, photography, sculpture, mixed media, video and installations from established and emerging Asian artists. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Art Asia - Miami Midtown
2901 N. Miami Ave.
Wynwood
 
Overture Miami Art Fair
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

Arts for a Better World returns during Art Basel Miami Beach Week for its third year with OVERTURE MIAMI; its newly redesigned and enhanced international platform for contemporary art. Included is a featured monumental exhibition by Andy Warhol: "100 Warhols, an Overview: Painting, Drawing, Collage, Unique Work on Paper, Trial Proofs and Edition Prints". The principal goal of Arts for a Better World is to promote Social Responsibility by using the arts as a vehicle for positive change.

Exhibit location:
Midtown Miami Arts Hub

Miami
 
ArtSpot Miami Art Fair
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

At Miami Art Basel Week 2012, ArtSpot Miami Art Fair is the new Miami International art wing. Organized by Aldo Castillo (Aldo Castillo Projects) the fair is hosted by Red Dot Art Fair (6th Edition) that will take place from December 5th-9, 2012. Red Dot Art Fair's prime location is adjacent to Art Miami and next to Scope and Art Asia makes Midtown and Wynwood the most visited areas which run concurrent and successful satellite art fairs during Art Basel Miami Beach. During Red Dot Art Fair, ArtSpot will have a dozen booths located at the right of the 60,000 square foot tent, near the entrance in a section named ARTSPOT showcasing painting, sculpture, photography and works on paper. An Art Basel Satellite event.

Exhibit location:
3011 NE 1st Ave.

Miami
 
Pulse Miami
12/6/2012 – 12/9/2012

Held annually in New York, Miami and London, PULSE presents leading international galleries and artists showcasing the latest movements in contemporary art in powerful architectural environments designed to serve both seasoned and emerging collectors. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Ice Palace
1400 N. Miami Ave.
Miami
 
Fountain Art Fair
12/6/2012 – 12/9/2012

Independent galleries showcase innovative and ambitious projects from younger artists. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
2505 N. Miami Ave.

Miami
 
Just Mad MIA
12/6/2012 – 12/9/2012

Just Mad MIA features emerging art from a selection of 40 galleries in Spain, Latin America and other countries in Europe.

Exhibit location:
Soho Studios, Wynwood Convention Center
2136 NW 1st Ave.
Miami
 
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Pop-Up Piano Miami
12/4/2012 – 12/9/2012

During the week of Art Basel Miami Beach 2012, Steinway Piano Gallery of Miami presents Pop-Up Pianos Miamii. Seven pianos will "pop up" around Miami offering spontaneous concerts for all to enjoy. Visit the website for musician announcements and event details as well as the specific locations where the pianos will be placed.

Exhibit location:
Wynwood, Midtown & The Design District

Miami Beach
 
UNTITLED
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

Housed in a customized beachfront pavilion under the artistic direction of New York-based curator Omar Lopez-Chahoud, UNTITLED will present a cohesive collection of international works by contemporary artists selected from 50 galeries.

Exhibit location:
Ocean Drive & 13th Street

Miami Beach
 
INK Miami Art Fair
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

The Fair is unique among Miami's fairs for its focus on contemporary works on paper by internationally renowned artists. It is sponsored by the International Fine Print Dealers Association and exhibitors are selected from among members of the Association for their outstanding ability to offer collectors a diverse survey of 20th century masterworks and just published editions by leading contemporary artists. An Art Basel Satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Suites of Dorchester
1850 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach
 
Select Fair
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

Select Fair features cutting edge contemporary work by galleries, print dealers, collectives, and artists. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Catalina Hotel
1732 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach
 
Design Miami
12/5/2012 – 12/9/2012

Design Miami presents the best international design galleries exhibiting extraordinary historic and contemporary design. Designers, collectors, dealers and curators from around the world participate in lectures, exhibits and design installations. An Art Basel satellite event.

Exhibit location:
Miami Beach Convention Center P-Lot
Meridian Avenue and 19th Street
Miami Beach
 
Opening Fundraiser Party - Pop Up Piano Miami
12/5/2012 – 12/5/2012

Pop Up Piano Miami is a public art project taking place during Art Basel. This opening night fundraiser will raise money which will support Friends of the New World Symphony and Kimbangus Symphony Orchestra (Central Africa's only symphony orchestra).

Exhibit location:
The Perry - South Beach
2377 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach
 
Aqua 12 at the Aqua Hotel
12/6/2012 – 12/9/2012

Based in Seattle, the fair has a distinctly west coast character set off by the balmy indoor/outdoor atmosphere of the Aqua Hotel. Fair organizers continue to seek out vibrant and noteworthy programs in their region as well as the greater USA and abroad, with a particular interest in supporting young dealers and galleries with strong emerging and early mid-career artists. An Art Basel satellite event.

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