Spectrum Miami turns 15—and it’s bigger, bolder, and more electrifying than ever. With 250+ galleries and artists, the fair sits alongside its sister event, Red Dot Miami, forming a powerhouse duo at the heart of Miami Art Week.

Celebrating local and global talent, Spectrum Miami brings the art world to life with special programs, site-specific installations, and artists from Florida, across the U.S., and around the globe.

This five-day event crackles with energy, spotlighting discovery, innovation, and its signature Spotlight Program—which this year honors a curated group of distinguished gentlemen art professionals whose passion and vision continue to shape the art world.

Alejandro Robles – Booth 1215

Miramar, Florida

https://www.alejandrorobles.cl/

Alejandro Robles is a Chilean-Spanish artist who originally trained as an architect but found his creative calling in fine art. His work features clean compositions, clear linear structures, and visually precise forms, often balancing between abstraction and figuration. Robles’s art is an ongoing exploration of structure, visual order, and expressive restraint.

Alex Lanier – Booth 905

Miami, Florida

https://www.alexlanierart.com/

Alex Lanier is a contemporary digital artist, illustrator, and fine art creator whose work fuses realism, imagination, and narrative storytelling. Lanier is best known for his richly detailed digital paintings that explore culture, history, and fantasy through a cinematic lens. Lanier’s art often highlights heroic figures, spiritual themes, and Afrofuturist influences, blending historical reverence with futuristic vision.

Antoinette Schultze – Booth 1601

Eliot, Maine

https://antoinettepschultze.com/

Antoinette Schultze’s sculptures evolve from her perception of relationships—her connection to nature, to people, and to the materials she uses. Each piece combines two, three, or more materials, relying on their interplay to convey expression and beauty. The emotions conveyed through the sculpture’s form are further enriched by the symbolic colors she selects for the glass.

Bula Barua – Booth 1401

Clearwater, Florida

https://bulagallery.com/

Bula Barua is an award-winning contemporary artist and the creator of Blown Glass on Canvas, a groundbreaking art form that fuses traditional painting with luxury materials including artist-blown glass, 24-karat gold, precious gems, and raw pigments. Her luminous masterpieces shimmer and evolve with the light, creating jeweled surfaces that invite viewers into a world of awe, beauty, and emotional connection.

Charlotte Fonne – Booth 1001

Miami Beach, Florida

https://charlottefonne.com/

With two decades as a film and documentary editor, Charlotte Fonne refines the art of visual storytelling—combining images to reveal deeper meaning. She describes her work as cinematic scenes woven into a single composite, uncovering hidden details and connections that bring memory to life. Her narrative-driven approach bridges the present with echoes of the past, drawing inspiration from Impressionist, Cubist, and Surrealist masters.

The post SPECTRUM MIAMI 2025 SPOTLIGHT PROGRAM appeared first on Art Business News.

A curated group of gentlemen art professionals

Spectrum Miami, now celebrating its 14th year, is where contemporary art meets the extraordinary. Featuring works by over 250 exhibiting galleries and artists, the fair is located adjacent to its sister event, Red Dot Miami, creating a dynamic duo in the heart of Miami’s art scene. Spectrum Miami highlights the vibrant local and global art landscape through special programs and site-specific exhibitions, with participants spanning the Florida region, the U.S., and beyond.

This five-day fair offers an electric atmosphere of discovery and engagement, enhanced by its signature Spotlight Program. This year, the Spotlight honors a curated group of distinguished gentlemen art professionals, celebrating their passion for art and their innovative contributions to the field.

Gerard Frank – Booth 1000
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
https://gerardfrank.art

Gerard Frank is a prominent contemporary artist known for his remarkable blend of realism and impressionism. Frank uses mediums such as oil, acrylics, and mixed media to portray the spirit of metropolitan environments and the subtle nuances of human interaction. His celebrated pieces, such as Directional Glance and Contemporary Times, demonstrate his outstanding ability to depict the interplay of light and shadow, resulting in compelling and immersive situations.

Nikolai Petrov, Art Petrovik – Booth 804
Ontario, Canada
www.artpetrovnik.com

Nikolai Petrov’s wood sculpture exemplifies the artist’s mastery in transforming raw timber into evocative forms. Each piece reflects a harmonious balance between intricate detail and bold, sweeping lines, capturing both the essence of natural elements and the complexity of human emotion. Petrov employs traditional carving techniques, enhanced by a contemporary aesthetic, to create sculptures that resonate with viewers on multiple levels. The use of natural oils highlights the wood’s inherent beauty, allowing light and shadow to play across the surface, adding depth and movement. This artwork not only showcases Petrov’s technical skill but also invites contemplation and connection with the organic world.

Mauricio Malagutti – Booth 1016
Orlando, Florida
www.malagutticreations.com

Malagutti, born in São Paulo, Brazil, is a visual artist renowned for his dynamic three-dimensional artworks. His creations often feature mixed media on wood panels and canvases, incorporating materials such as resin, clay, and wood. Malagutti’s pieces are characterized by vibrant colors, intricate textures, and fluid forms, reflecting his deep understanding of shapes and volumes.

Erick Mota – Booth 1107
Freehold, New Jersey
www.erickmotaart.com

Having a great philosophical and introspective awareness of the human experience, Erick Mota is a visionary artist whose approach to the canvas is propelled by his comprehension of the human experience. With each stroke of the brush, he invites viewers to embark on a trip through the various elements of humanity, diving into the unbridled power of emotions and the influence that culture has on the formation of our characters. Through his art, Mota explores the complexities of the world around him, transcending the bounds of visual expression to produce pieces that serve as powerful testaments to his unrelenting pursuit for knowledge and self-discovery as seen in his piece Alicia.

Russell Scott, Modest Art 88 – Booth 1307
Los Angeles, California
www.modestart88.com

Russell Scott is an innovative artist whose work showcases a unique blend of exploration, style and vibrant colors. His pieces often explore a theme of abstract rhythmic visual experiences that evokes emotions. Utilizing mediums such as acrylic and oil paint. Scott creates compelling visuals like his Super Powers piece that engage and inspire viewers. His dedication to craftsmanship and innovation has earned him recognition in galleries in the US and abroad, making his artwork a distinctive presence in the contemporary art scene.

The post SPECTRUM MIAMI 2024 SPOTLIGHT PROGRAM appeared first on Art Business News.

Q: Introduce yourself — who you are and what your vision as an artist is? What is your background?

A: A retired architect residing in New Mexico for most of the last 50 years, I am living a lifelong calling, to be a fine artist. I believe we cannot live without art.  Whether it is music, film, dance, or visual art, it feeds our soul. I strive to make art that reaches, touches, and connects us to ourselves and others. I have chosen the language of abstract art, a language like no other, with no dictionary to translate it but is open to each individual’s imagination and interpretation. Unlike architecture, there are no constraints. Total freedom is a refreshing change.

My background significantly influences my art. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, a place with honest, hardworking people. My dream, even as a young child, was to become an architect. With encouragement from my family, I attended Franklin and Marshall College where I studied art history and perfected studio skills that prepared me to pursue an M Arch from the University of New Mexico. I became licensed and through a very successful and rewarding, 40-year architectural practice, I was able to design a diverse portfolio of projects and achieve a fellowship in the American Institute of Architects. In 2020, I retired and now realizing another dream, to be a fine artist.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: My architectural training and practice taught me a way of thinking. I value simplicity. I’m fascinated by geometry, strong shape and form. My focus is composition. I’m not a fan of making “wallpaper” by creating amorphous or repetitive patterns. I believe, like a good building considers and organizes both the positive (interior) and negative (exterior) space, a good painting does the same. Regarding color and contrast, the high desert environment of the southwest inspired and awakened my creative sensibilities. What can be more visually powerful than an orange sky with purple clouds? Or the lush green, life-filled forest of the Rio Grande moving through rocky earthen, parched mountains? Those contrasts and others are compelling.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: I am most inspired by Richard Diebenkorn, a genius in composition and color. Never constrained by formalistic rules, he used the entire canvas in unpredictable ways. He was a master of creating strong shapes and forms. He was not afraid to use any color adjacent to any other. His use of line created movement while also contrasting simple planes of color. Like many great artists, he was a rule-breaker for his time. We know he challenged the status quo at the University of New Mexico when he was there in 1950. No adobes adorned with chiles for him. That inspires me.

I’m inspired by many other artists but most notably, the dramatic work of JMW Turner, the color and techniques of Cezanne, Monet and Matisse, and the boldness and simplicity of Franz Kline. Lately, I am enamored with the spontaneity of contemporary artist, David Mankin.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: My architectural training taught me to always say, “What if” never relying on one idea. But the best advice that I struggle to comply with daily tells me to not overthink, to follow my own instincts, and to not be afraid to make an ugly painting. Mistakes are opportunities.

Q: When you are not working, where can we find you?

A: Residing in Albuquerque, you can find me with my family and friends enjoying New Mexico’s scenery and perfect weather. Or traveling to see and experience new places that recharge me.

Q: What does exhibiting at Art Santa Fe 2024 mean to you?

A: I’ve been painting in earnest now for about 5 years. Although I have successfully shown my work locally, I’m exhibiting in Art Santa Fe to finally test the waters with a broader audience. The truth is, that artists are constantly looking for validation. I hope I get it here.

The post Art Santa Fe 2024 Spotlight Artist Recipient: Bill Sabatini appeared first on Art Business News.

Q: Introduce yourself — who you are and what your vision as an artist is? What is your background?

A: My name is Vivienne Riggio, I am a Santa Fe-based sculptor. My artistic journey is a testament to a life infused with observation and the transformation of the mundane into the extraordinary. As a way of manifesting my vision, I fabricate large-scale mythical creatures that connect us to another time, another place.

I draw from my experience in operatic costuming and apparel design and use traditional Southwestern embroidery techniques, sheep’s wool up-cycled paper, and unusual objects.

My desire is that these shaman-like sculptures evoke a departure from conventional imagery to an unfamiliar place of wonder. Ultimately, I hope the viewer connects with that other place, a departure from their day-to-day thinking. For some these pieces take on a lifelike presence and others just enjoy the craftsmanship and appreciate them just as a work of art.

Born in Murphysboro, Illinois, my path to becoming an artist was as intuitive as it was inevitable. From my earliest memories, I was captivated by shapes, images, and designs, finding intrigue and expression in the arts from a tender age. My childhood, characterized by introspection and a deep internalization of my surroundings, laid the foundation for a unique artistic language, which I began articulating through three-dimensional art as early as five years old.

My grandparents emigrated to the US from Southern Italy and eventually settled in the Midwest. Their daily lives, though extreme from what Sicilia offered, gave them sustenance and a sense of belonging to something larger. 

In the late fifties, my parents heeded the California call and settled in the Bay Area, a small town ripening with revolutionary fervor. As teens, my siblings and I drank up the culture outside our front door questioning nothing and everything.

This is a small taste of what I inherited and was exposed to. As a young girl, I stood back and observed family dynamics, Catholicism, and academics and spent much of my time creating unusual art as a way of processing and expressing. It’s been that way ever since.

In my late thirties, I discovered New Mexico after a summer of picking fruit in British Columbia. Once landed outside of Albuquerque, I worked at the state fair, at restaurants, and wrote short stories. After a gig at the Santa Fe Opera as a seasonal worker in the costume shop, my artistic vision leaped toward larger dimensional pieces. I eventually settled in Santa Fe, but not before going back and forth to the West Coast and moving where my work took me.

I dedicated my career to labor rights, traveling to factories throughout Latin America, Asia, and North America, interviewing workers and factory owners. I’m now a permanent resident and live a stone’s throw from the Santa Fe River.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: The core of my artistic philosophy lies in the genuine, unfiltered interaction with the world around me. Whether I am surrounded by the tranquility of nature or immersed in the vibrant energy of a city, every experience is a wellspring of inspiration. My art is a means of distilling these experiences, transforming them into a language of shapes, textures, and forms that resonate on a visceral level. This process is not just about creation but is a form of communication, a way of sharing my perspective and inviting others to see the world through a different lens.

What motivates me to create is the endless potential for transformation—an object, a piece of fabric, or a fleeting image can become a conduit for profound expressions and conversations. I aim to create art that not only captivates visually but also engages on an emotional and intellectual level, prompting reflection and eliciting a sense of wonder. Through my work, I strive to offer a moment of connection, an opportunity for viewers to engage with their surroundings and their inner selves in new and unexpected ways.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Magdalena Abakanowicz for her ingenuity to repurpose and courage to go big. Bette Saar to bring renewed life to the discarded. Louise Bourgeois for her courage to express sensuality and objects that cause a reaction in viewers. Graciela Iturbide- for her photographs of rural Mexican women. Christian LeCroix and Alexander McQueen for their otherworldly fashion

The post Art Santa Fe 2024 Spotlight Recipient: Vivienne Riggio appeared first on Art Business News.

The post Art Santa Fe 2024 Spotlight Artist: Elizabeth Frank appeared first on Art Business News.

Q: Introduce yourself – who you are and what your vision as an artist is? What is your background?

A: More than a printmaker, or painter, I think of myself as an image maker. My background is in fashion design and pattern making. I worked in the ‘rag trade’ designing clothing and traveling all over the third world to see how well these designs were put together.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: I enjoy working in the studio on various media including printmaking and painting as well as collage.  I am drawn to historic female characters; strong women and what I imagine that they would wear.

I create, I do not quantify or measure time, I work until the artwork speaks to me and tells me it is complete. It’s a joyful calling. I know that my audience is the world’s smallest and that I am not attempting a mass-market appeal. I listen to my imagination and I try to stay on a flow that avoids tributaries and tangents. What I ask myself each time I come near completion of an artwork is: is this piece remarkable? That’s how I measure.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: I am inspired by many of the modernists, especially the Santa Fe and Taos modernists of the early 20^th century. Also, I love to look at ancient manuscripts and illuminations for pattern, and composition. The Ukiyo-e Japanese woodcut print artists are always a delight to look at and I am drawn to contemporary public-art artists such as Shepard Fairey and emerging black artists such as Delita Martin and Bisa Butler.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: The best advice I’ve received is from a professor in my Masters Degree program who told me to see more and paint less. On a more business-of-art direction I listen to Seth Godin, Akimbo podcast and find value in his philosophy about the world’s smallest audience and being authentic and remarkable with my work.

Q: What does exhibiting at Art Santa Fe 2024 mean to you?

A: Exhibiting at Art Santa Fe means a lot to me in that it is an opportunity to show with an Event Company that has great experience and a track record of putting on well-marketed and well-designed shows of high-caliber artists. I am hoping to find a small audience of galleries and collectors who are interested in purchasing and representing my artwork. 

The post Art Santa Fe Spotlight Recipient: Ouida Touchon appeared first on Art Business News.

Artboxy – Booth 406

Artboxy is an online artist community where artists can show their art in selected Artboxy partner galleries worldwide!  Artboxy is also an online art exhibition platform that helps artists sell artworks online. Artists are featured in worldwide exhibitions and sales have no commission.

Con$umr Art Collective – Booth 203

Artist Bill Hickey, known as Con$umr, has showcased his work for several years at Redwood’s Red Dot and Artexpo New York fairs. For Red Dot 2023, he debuts his skills as a gallerist and the Co$umer Art Collective. Featuring New York urban artists SacSix and Auraxdr alongside his own works, the booth will be a dynamic mix of pop and street art’s color and imagery.

Fine Art Acquisitions – Booth 513

Latchezar Contemporary – Booth 712

After settling in California, Boyadjiev worked for more than ten years in the field of optical glass, using cold work techniques such as cutting, grinding, polishing and laminating to create optical glass sculptures that were his first collections. Since there were limits to the size of his objects, he changed his glass technique from optical to cast glass.

His new and exciting work was introduced at SOFA 1997 in Chicago and the response was very enthusiastic – dynamic sculptures reflecting depth and dimension, a new approach to contemporary glass art and design. He is excited to bring his innovative works to Red Dot Miami for the very first time.

For tickets to Red Dot Miami 2023 click here.

The post Red Dot Miami 2023 Spotlight Program Recipients appeared first on Art Business News.

ALEX FUNES LOVIS

In the fascinating world of digital art and photography, emerges the remarkable work of Alex Funes Lovis, originally from Mexico born on November 8, 1966, a passionate Plastic Artist whose creativity transcends conventional limits. Through his lens, he captures the very essence of iconic places around the world, transforming images and textures into authentic masterpieces that resonate with the depth of lived experience.

The work of Alex Funes Lovis is characterized by his ability to fuse the rich visual heritage of the places he has visited with sacred geometric elements, vibrant colors and the mystique of numerology. Each creation is a journey in itself, a bridge between the viewer and the destinations they have explored, a connection that goes beyond the physical and penetrates the emotional and spiritual realms.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: My philosophy as a visual artist, photographer and creator of digital art focuses on the deep search for internal knowledge through sacred geometry. I believe that art has the power to transcend mere intellectual appreciation and can touch people’s hearts and souls in a deep and meaningful way.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli, Gustav Klimt, Remedios Varo, Leonora Carrington, Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, William-Adolphe Bouguereau, Antoni Guadi. 

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: In short, living from moment to moment is the most powerful advice I have ever been given in my life.

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: Exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 is, without a doubt, an opportunity to promote my work and make my artistic talent known on an international stage. It is an invaluable opportunity to present my creativity and personal expression to a diverse audience, connect with other artists and lovers. of art, and take my artistic career to the next level. This experience represents the recognition of my talent and dedication, as well as the opportunity to share my artistic vision with the world.

ALISSA VAN ATTA

Alissa Van Atta is currently based just outside Asheville, NC and is a mixed media painter and ceramist.  Alissa is inspired by texture, nature and unique surface treatments in her abstract artworks. In 2022, sparked by the overturning of Roe v. Wade, figures emerged in her paintings.  Feminist themes are subtly explored with a neo-pop art style inspired from vintage advertising, pin-up girls and commercial art from the 1950s – 1970s.

Alissa has participated in exhibitions and art fairs in the past few years to further expand her exposure across multiple markets. “The most rewarding part is meeting people that are attracted to my work and I get to connect to people over my pieces and the stories behind them.”

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: You may have an idea of what the work may turn into, but allow the art to lead you forward.  The end result may be very different from the initial idea, but letting the art take you on the journey is what I love the most about being an artist.  The impact on my work can be unexpected, but it allows me to grow authentically. 

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Jean-Michel Basquiat, Eva Hesse, Joan Mitchell, Wilhem de Kooning are just just a few of many.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: Do what you love.  Allow yourself to be vulnerable.

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: Miami Art Week is such a flurry of art and people that love art.  I’m excited to be a part of it and excited to show my art in front of such a large crowd.

ANASTASIIA KOZLOVA

From childhood, Anastasiia has been drawn to math, geometry, and unseen concepts. Later in her older years searching for life answers esoterics came to her life and she developed a sense of living life through the aesthetics of every day. And in one of the dark moments of her life, she found a glimpse of light in connection with all things through art and expression of beauty, geometry, mystery, and interconnection of all things. That was a touch of higher guidance sending a message to her that we are not alone and always have been guided and protected. And this guidance started to be expressed through sacred geometry.

Her enigmatic artistic journey began as a kaleidoscope of curiosity and exploration. From the very first brushstroke, she fell in love with the beauty and intricacies of sacred geometry. Like a blossoming flower, their artistic path unfolded, guided by patterns, symmetry, and a profound reverence for the hidden mysteries of the universe. She immersed herself in the study of ancient cultures, seeking wisdom from past civilizations that honored and revered the power of sacred geometry. Over time, her artist work transformed into a mesmerizing tapestry of vibrant colors and meticulously crafted shapes.

A: The philosophy behind sacred geometry is all about finding beauty and meaning in the geometric patterns that exist in nature and the universe. It believes that these patterns are not random but hold a sacred, underlying order.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Nature’s Magic: Taking a close look at the mesmerizing patterns found in flowers, seashells, and even the structure of the universe itself. The Fibonacci sequence and the golden ratio are all around us, just waiting to be transformed into sacred geometry art. 

Ancient Wisdom: Diving into the vast knowledge of ancient cultures, like the Egyptians, Mayans, or Greeks, who incorporated sacred geometry into their art, architecture, and religious beliefs.

Meditation and Reflection: Finding stillness within myself and letting my mind wander. Sacred geometry can be a portal to inner peace and spirituality. Exploring the depths of my thoughts and emotions, and translating them into symbolic shapes and patterns.

Music and Sound: Letting the rhythm and melodies guide my creative process. Turning on some inspiring tunes or exploring the harmonious vibrations of specific frequencies. Allow the music to flow through me and influence my artwork. 

Personal Meaning: What aspects of sacred geometry resonate with me on a deeper level? Is it the balance, unity, or complexity? Connecting with the meaning and symbolism that speaks to my soul, and infusing it into my art. The greatest inspiration lies within myself. Trusting my intuition, play with shapes and colors, and let my imagination run wild.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: Probably the best advice I’ve received was to learn to trust yourself and your intuition. Not to be afraid of the unknown. Just calm your mind, come back to yourself and you will find all the answers within. 

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: The exhibition of my sacred geometry art is a truly special milestone for me! It’s a chance for me to share my unique perspective and expression of sacred geometry with others. I think of it as a magical moment where my art takes on a life of its own, spreading joy, curiosity, and appreciation to those who have the privilege of experiencing it. So, I’m embracing this opportunity with excitement and confidence, knowing that my art has the power to inspire and captivate others. And feel so grateful for this amazing opportunity.

ANDREA BERTHEL

“Within the Square of my canvas, I show the world in a fish can. My artwork is message-oriented. Vibrant colors, humor, and the joy of telling stories lure the observer into a world of its own. My koi express their feelings and state of mind but still keep their fishy appearance.

My artwork draws you in and challenges you to think about society, politics, and culture, about our values and how we implement them. I do not want to scare observers off by negativity, but attract their interest with humor and vibrant colors and let them discover what I am trying to express.

The initial idea runs like an undercurrent through my subconscious until it has matured and can be put down in a rough sketch to determine formal design, light, and shadow. I start to fill in the details, elaborating fish portrayals, often including some funny eye-catchers. The process is fluid and new ideas are included. I paint in oils and cover the canvas with one first layer, deciding upon color and illumination. Then the long process of putting on more thin layers of paint, thus intensifying color and volume, begins.

My work is a constant search to express my ideas about the world I live in, the statement oscillating in the polarity between joy, laughter, anger, and sadness.”

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: I am concerned about the world I live in and my themes are political, philosophical, social, cultural, etc. The ideas of how to express those themes pop into my mind at 4 or 5 a.m. For example in the “American Dream, “ the koi close to their leader are white, the ones in the less advantaged places, squeezed under the lid are darker, red, and black and not well equipped (rifles). It shows white supremacy and racism. The pledge to defend democracy is counter-phrased by the halo of automatic rifles and guns around the president’s head. With the koi in cans, I can criticize with humor and irony, with vibrant colors and high technical quality.

“If my art has nothing to do with people’s pain and sorrow, what is art for?”

“I think art is a very important weapon to achieve human freedom.”

Those quotes from Ai Weiwei say what my motivation for painting is.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Artists like Caravaggio, Tiepolo, Veronese, Velasquez, and Goya inspired me. I love to study their multi-layered meaningful compositions, the way they handle light and shadow, and how they achieve depth and volume. I admire the sense of Humor Banksy and the stark impact of Ai Weiwei’s concert hall pillars in Berlin wrapped in swim vests.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: “You don’t have to please anybody, but yourself!” (my husband). So I paint what I have to „say“, not looking on easy sales or  mainstream art.”

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: The Art Scene in America is very lively and diverse. It was such a pleasure to attend finally (waiting 3 years) the ArtExpo New York earlier. The positive and encouraging feedback was great. On top of that PopArt belongs to the cultural self-image of Americans. I feel at home in your country and to show my art at Spectrum Miami is a great honor to me.

ANTOINE ART

Antoine de Villiers (South African, 1977) is one of life’s travelers and blessed with an artist’s soul. Antoine works in many mediums, yet, there is always something quintessential of her throughout the core of her work, like a wick in a candle drawing her creations out. During a difficult childhood as a daughter of parents struggling with mental illness, Antoine was in a devastating motorcycle accident that claimed the life of her friend/driver. Days later, the diary she kept meticulously for years was stolen and she lost her medium of expression. It is then that Antoine found her artistic voice and art became a means of survival.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: I want my work to be visceral, honest, and vulnerable. Early in my career, I was drawn to the human figure as my world came crashing down amid my struggle with severe depression. I found exploring the complexities of human emotion freeing and using the subject of the figure as a means of expression. While I felt emotionally and physically out of control, my work became autobiographical and gave me much-needed relief. Philosopher Alain de Botton said that art can ‘help us to be less lonely’ and that is exactly the role it played in my life. My figures are nude, as that is the most honest and vulnerable we can be. They are usually anonymous to help empathize with the emotion captured rather than the identity of the subject. But ultimately, as William Kentridge aptly noted, no matter what subject you choose, it will always be a self-portrait.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

I love art and can never get enough of it. From old masters like da Vinci and Turner. Modernists like O’Keeffe and Hepworth, but most of all, contemporary artists like Jenny Saville, Harry Paul Ally and Yulia Bas.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: “Turn your pain into purpose”

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: I had the privilege to exhibit at Spectrum Miami in 2021. It marked the ‘relaunch’ of my career -not long after my return to the US after living in India for 5 years and teaching art to children living in slums and brothels. This year I’m grateful to be able to return to Miami once again and I’m very excited. I believe my work has grown and I can’t wait to show 20 new pieces never exhibited before.

BRINTON FARRAND

Brinton Farrand is from Indianapolis, Indiana. He received a teaching degree from Purdue University and a Master’s in Art Education from DePauw University. He taught High School Art and Photography for over 30 years, and while teaching he was the recipient of a Lilly Endowment Grant. He studied classical realism at Studio Escalier in France for three months with Timothy Stotz and Michelle Tully. After retiring, he studied painting at Herron Art School in Indianapolis with Professor Marc Jacobson and independently with artist David Slonim. He continually expands his skills through classes and experimenting in his studio and enjoys presenting in multiple shows and venues where he can talk to the public about his work.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: As a young man, I competed in High School and College Wrestling. To succeed and be the best, I drilled, practiced, and trained relentlessly.  I took that work ethic into my teaching and coaching career.  When I retired from teaching, I might say I ‘refired’ myself into a successful artist. I explore myself and the world around me, using new tools and techniques. My goal is to continuously learn from the past artists as well as the new artists of the 21^st century.  I enjoy storytelling and searching for creativity; that is what I enjoy most in my life.  After all, those who are creative and can improvise, adapt, and overcome will succeed in this new age.

My work philosophy is to paint or draw every day. I love drawing with pen and ink. The power of a single line can tell so much of the story of a painting.  Color and contrasting through colors is my favorite aspect to work on.  Color and line work continue to be central themes.  A few years ago I saw an artist using dribbled layers of color and decided to experiment with it.  Each color has a different characteristic of dribble. The line can be fat or thin and the paint may drip fast or slow.  Dribbling has taught me to make mistakes and be freer with my painting.  It has evolved into something unique.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Camille Pissarro – He painted every day and was not afraid to explore new styles as they came along.

Van Gogh – A painter who was strongly influenced by color.

Edgar Degas – An artist trying to capture motion with his dancers.

Salvador Dali – He is my favorite because of his technical skill and he was not afraid to explore art in any direction.

Johannes Vermeer – I like how easily he portrayed the effect of light on a subject.

Eduardo Kobra – He is my newest inspiration, a Brazilian street artist known for his use of vibrant colors.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

• Find the best, copy what the best are doing, and then “plus” it.
• Do not wait for inspiration. Amateurs wait for inspiration, the rest of us get up and get to work. 
• Do not think when you paint.

When I am not painting you can find me walking outside in nature each morning. I enjoy sitting and listening to music as I observe the seasons changing.  The absolute best thing is to sit in a bar and watch people, yet even then my sketchbook is out to catch the moment.

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: To be involved in Art Basel/Miami Week – the biggest art festival in the world – is truly exciting.  Even before participating, we came to Miami to see the art and be inspired.  My favorite venue was Spectrum because the artists seemed to be the friendliest of all the venues, very eager to explain their work and share their thoughts.  To be surrounded by so many talented artists and friends is truly inspiring and a great learning experience.

CHRISTINE LAUBACH

Christine is a passionate painter from the US, Eastern Shore of Maryland. Born in Washington DC she has always had a deep connection with art. As the youngest of 7 she was influenced by the Artists and Scientists in her family. She fell in love with ice skating and spent countless hours creating magical patterns on the ice. Now as a visual artist she paints intricate patterns reconnecting with that sense of magic and wonder. Driven by compassion, she pursued a career as a Trauma Operating Room Nurse, plastics, reconstructive and craniofacial specialist, where she witnessed the resilience of human spirit firsthand. Painting became a bridge that allowed her to express her creativity and bring healing to those who have experienced trauma including herself.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your work?

A: My “Why” is clear. I want to share the meditative and transformative powers of art universally. My art is a vessel for healing, a source of inspiration, and a reminder that beauty can emerge from even the most challenging circumstances. I create, explore, and touch lives through my art. With every brushstroke, I invite others to embark on their own transformative journey, reminding them that art has the power to heal, transform, and ignite the spark of hope within their souls. My paintings are a reflection of my journey- the resilience and perseverance to stand in the face of adversity, abstracting the beauty I discover in unexpected places, and the depth of my emotions. These paintings tell the story of love, loss, and the indomitable spirit that resides in all of us. Each piece is a testament to the power of following one’s passion, even when life takes unexpected turns. But the journey doesn’t stop there. I realize my art has the potential to touch lives and make a difference. With a compassionate heart, I use my skills to help others to heal and transform. I offer breast cancer survivors and people living with all types of scars a unique form of support. I create intricate camouflage and 3-D tattoos specifically designed to help reclaim their bodies and embrace their scars as symbols of strength and resilience. Through my art these individuals are empowered to embrace new beginnings in their journey of healing.

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: Rembrandt, Rubens, Johnathan Lasker, Joan Mitchell, Gerhard Richter, Chagall, Kandinsky, Pollock, Susan Caporael, and more.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: “Imagination is more important than knowledge. Imagination is the language of the soul. Pay attention to your imagination and you will discover all you need to be fulfilled.” -Albert Einstein

Q: What does exhibiting at Spectrum Miami 2023 mean to you?

A: I’m looking forward to this opportunity to share my work on a large scale in one of the most exciting shows of the year! This means connecting with people who are seeking to collect original art where the experience, the story, and vision inspire them. Meeting buyers, collectors, other artists, and aspiring artists will give rise to future collaborations.

The post Spectrum Miami Artists to Watch, Part 1 appeared first on Art Business News.

Art Santa Fe returns for its 23rd edition to Santa Fe’s beautiful downtown Convention Center. And speaking of beautiful, the artists selected for this year’s coveted Spotlight Program are definitely doing something unique and forward-looking.

Of course, Art Santa Fe will once again have an interesting mix of exhibiting galleries, art dealers, and artists from across the globe, showcasing original work of hundreds of artists that includes prints, paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, giclees, lithographs and glass works, among other contemporary and fine art.

This year’s Art Santa Fe is the culminating event for the fifth annual Santa Fe Art Week, July 14-16, 2023. Each year, the fair’s special programs range from immersive artist-led Art Lab experiences to compelling and exciting Meet the Artist sessions.

From the amazing list of exhibitors, Art Santa Fe’s curators present their Spotlight Program, providing collectors a focused look at several cutting-edge artists recognized for their skill and achievement in the visual arts.

Check out this year’s Spotlight Program recipients below!

Amanda Wood, Amanda Wood Sculpture – Booth 333

Amanda Wood’s artwork is a marvelous display of creativity and imagination that captures the essence of nature in a truly unique way. Her work is a masterful blend of intricate detail and vibrant color that instantly captures the eye and draws the viewer in. Wood’s artwork is not only beautiful but also thought-provoking. The work speaks to the power and resilience of nature, as well as the importance of cultivating a sense of harmony with the natural world. Her pieces would be a welcome addition to any collection.

Bernadette Youngquist, B. Youngquist Art – Booth 223

Bernadette Youngquist’s artwork is a stunning display of creativity and imagination that captures the beauty and power of nature in a truly unique way. Her use of color and texture creates a sense of depth and richness that is both hypnotic and enthralling. Youngquist’s mastery of detail and technique is evident in her work. The beauty and power of her work make each a statement piece that will inspire everyone who sees it.

Dale M. Sumner, Faces of Humanity – Booth 420

Dale M. Sumner is a self-taught artist whose mixed media sculptures are a stunning example of the power of creativity and imagination. His pieces are a fascinating blend of form and function, inviting the viewer to explore the hidden depths of his art. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources, from mythology to modern culture, Dale’s work is a testament to his boundless creativity and conceptual vision. His sculptures are a vivid and powerful expression of the complexities of life, capturing the full spectrum of human emotion and experience.

Ruth Andre, Ruth Andre Art – Booth 332

Ruth Andre is a recent resident of the farmlands of southern Missouri having recently relocated from the back country of northern California. Early in her career, her interest in art led her to represent artists and photographers. Then she took her first painting workshop and her personal journey as an artist began. Her career as an artist representative and her individual art study was a molding that formed what she does today.  She has always taken her inspiration from her surroundings, but the seasonal changes and landscape in Missouri have enhanced her palette. She sees her works as an open door to her heart and what life and her surroundings bring her way.

For tickets to Art Santa Fe click here!

The post Art Santa Fe 2023 Announces Spotlight Program Recipients appeared first on Art Business News.

Q: Introduce yourself and your gallery — who you are and what is your vision?

A: After being successful as a freelance artist for more than two decades I decided to support other rising artists and started my gallery business a few years ago. While I do aim to support mainly unknown talents, I always select them with an eye on their potential as well as their fit to my gallery profile. With my gallery, I seek to demonstrate the power and variety of young, modern contemporary art.

 Q: What is your background? 

A: Growing up in a family of artists in Cologne, I developed a passion for colors and shapes at an early age. At a young age, I was drawn to Paris, Bordeaux, and Biarritz for several years. I finally returned to Cologne (Germany) with experiences and impressions from the impressive French art landscape. As a contemporary abstract artist, I attract attention with special materials, unusual surface structures, and expressive coloring in expressive acrylic paintings.

Q: What is your work philosophy and how does that impact your gallery?

A: Above all it is my philosophy to keep looking for new talents that correspond to my personal idea of ​​art and ultimately mean an enrichment for me and not least for my customers and collectors. Beyond this, I need to fall in love with a new piece of art. Whenever I am approached by new talents, I can normally tell within seconds whether their artworks touch me or not and if it does, chances are good that we can discuss cooperation. And maybe I even dream to influence the contemporary art scene a bit with my selections of art and artworks?!

Q: What artist(s) inspire you?

A: In general, I am impressed by modern art and how it’s developed – whether it’s visual arts, sculptures, media art, etc. And since I believe that art is so varied and colorful, I find it difficult to name just a few artists. But the one who impacted me the most art most likely: were Jackson Pollack, Guenther Uecker, Gerhard Richter, and Mark Rothko.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve received?

A: While I cannot name a specific person such as a mentor or teacher, I would say that the most important advice for me throughout my career was to follow my own ideas and inspirations and trust my own feelings without listening to the advice of others. I do accept the advice of my wife daily though.

Q: When you are not working, where can we find you?

A: I am an absolute beach person and sun worshipper. The sun is my elixir of life. This is probably one of the reasons why I lived on the French Atlantic coast when I was young and now have a second location in Mallorca / Spain. Days without sun are literally lost days for me…

Q: What does exhibiting at Artexpo New York 2023 mean to you?

A: In fact, I am beyond grateful and excited to be exhibiting at Artexpo in New York. Not only because it’s my first international exposure as a gallerist but because it’s New York. I adore the creative energy and power of the city and I am really happy to reach a broader audience with my gallery portfolio.

The post Meet the Gallery: Galerie Minrath appeared first on Art Business News.