Art Basel Miami Beach, the annual contemporary art fair that just wrapped up Sunday, packed a sensory punch, and not just on the walls. Officially, art is the main event, with some works bound for museum collections and fetching millions of dollars. (According to Artsy, the most expensive sale was Philip Guston’s 1979 “Painter at Night,” for $20 million.)
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At Art Basel Miami Beach, self-expression is, well, an art form
But music and fashion are very much interwoven into the fabric of the festival. Star-studded fetes at nightclubs, posh pools and elsewhere are a draw for jet-setters who descend from near and far for surprise performances and invitation-only concerts and screenings. And when it comes to spectacle, the people-watching is unparalleled. We caught up with visitors and locals at just a few of the many, many parties.
The “Sweet Retreat” bash on Thursday, co-hosted by curator Ché Morales and his magazine, the OG, celebrated artist Derrick Adams’s merchandise line supporting nonprofit endeavors in his hometown of Baltimore.
“Since 2005, I have been to almost every Art Basel,” said Adams, who is based in Brooklyn. “I’ve maybe missed a couple, but I’ve been here a lot.”
Erin LeAnn Mitchell, a textile artist and educator from Birmingham, Ala., works with various fibers and fabrics, and draws inspiration from quilts. Mitchell, who attended Adams’s party at the Bath Club, displayed her work at Untitled Art — and also on her head. “I like the colors available in yarn, and it became a thing that became a part of my style,” said Mitchell, whose hairstyle was a fantasia of blue yarn. “I always do my own hair.”
Curator Allison Glenn managed to sneak in a few hours of beach time despite a full lineup of hot-ticket parties earlier in the week, including the Mickalene Thomas party with a performance by Janelle Monáe. “This year was more low-key than others, but the perfect amount of fun,” Glenn said.
At the Center for Creative Flow event hosted by Swizz Beatz at the W South Beach on Friday, Rich Medina played a mix of funk, soul and Afrobeats from the DJ booth. Guests, including professional soccer player Jon Bell, built flower bouquets with Lego blocks.
Bell, donning an Adidas by Wales Bonner long-sleeve polo, said he “wanted to dress so you could still see the football side of me but also the fashion side.” The athlete was at Art Basel for the first time. “This was a great opportunity to go out and explore,” Bell said.
Also on Friday, the Wolfsonian hosted a “takeover” by Dutch designer and artist Bas van Beek, who had “clad, skinned, papered and bedecked” the museum’s first floor. New York visual artist Jenny Marketou had dropped by and said that she enjoyed being back at the fair — her first since the pandemic — but added that she missed “the public art on the beach, in the containers.”
Not mincing words was French artist and fashion designer Isagus, who resides in Tanzania: “I have come every year since the beginning,” she said. “I will come every year until I die.”
Leon Bridges played a solo set Saturday at a brunch event held at the Soho Beach House Tent. There, Chicago-based artist Jacqueline Surdell said her look was inspired by “the idea of [a] cowboy alien, like ‘Matrix,’ on Earth.” Surdell was exhibiting at Art Basel for the first time, at the Untitled Art fair.
On the beach, Brittany Leighton, a South Florida native who now lives in London, caught some rays and asked the eternal question: “Aren’t we all artists?”
If you missed Art Basel Miami Beach, you can check out its online viewing rooms through Dec. 17.
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The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has reopened its doors to the public after a fire swept through the historic building in central London. While the gallery has resumed operations, the rest of the iconic site remains closed “until further notice.”
On Saturday, approximately 125 firefighters were called to the scene to battle the blaze, which sent smoke billowing across the city. Fortunately, the fire occurred in a part of the building not housing valuable artworks, and no injuries were reported. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Despite the disruption, art lovers queued outside the gallery before it reopened at 10:00 BST on Sunday. One visitor expressed his relief, saying, “I was sad to see the fire, but I’m relieved the art is safe.”
The Clark family, visiting London from Washington state, USA, had a unique perspective on the incident. While sightseeing on the London Eye, they watched as firefighters tackled the flames. Paul Clark, accompanied by his wife Jiorgia and their four children, shared their concern for the safety of the artwork inside Somerset House. “It was sad to see,” Mr. Clark told the BBC. As a fan of Vincent Van Gogh, he was particularly relieved to learn that the painter’s famous Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear had not been affected by the fire.
Blaze in the West Wing
The fire broke out around midday on Saturday in the west wing of Somerset House, a section of the building primarily used for offices and storage. Jonathan Reekie, director of Somerset House Trust, assured the public that “no valuable artefacts or artworks” were located in that part of the building. By Sunday, fire engines were still stationed outside as investigations into the fire’s origin continued.
About Somerset House
Located on the Strand in central London, Somerset House is a prominent arts venue with a rich history dating back to the Georgian era. Built on the site of a former Tudor palace, the complex is known for its iconic courtyard and is home to the Courtauld Gallery. The gallery houses a prestigious collection from the Samuel Courtauld Trust, showcasing masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Among the notable works are pieces by impressionist legends such as Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, and Vincent Van Gogh.
Somerset House regularly hosts cultural exhibitions and public events, including its popular winter ice skating sessions in the courtyard. However, for now, the venue remains partially closed as authorities ensure the safety of the site following the fire.
Art lovers and the Somerset House community can take solace in knowing that the invaluable collection remains unharmed, and the Courtauld Gallery continues to welcome visitors, offering a reprieve amid the disruption.
Sudbury’s annual art and music festival is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating its long-standing impact on the local cultural scene. The festival, which has grown from a small community event to a major celebration of creativity, brings together artists, musicians, and visitors from across the region for a weekend of vibrant performances and exhibitions.
The event features a diverse range of activities, from live music performances to art installations, workshops, and interactive exhibits that highlight both emerging and established talent. This year’s milestone celebration will also honor the festival’s history by showcasing some of the artists and performers who have contributed to its success over the years.
Organizers are excited to see how the festival has evolved, becoming a cornerstone of Sudbury’s cultural landscape. “This festival is a celebration of creativity, community, and the incredible talent we have here in Sudbury,” said one of the event’s coordinators. “It’s amazing to see how it has grown and the impact it continues to have on the arts community.”
With this year’s milestone celebration, the festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a full lineup of exciting events, workshops, and performances that will inspire and engage attendees of all ages.
The festival’s milestone is not just a reflection of its past success but a celebration of the continued vibrancy of Sudbury’s arts scene.
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