FACE VALUE

Martin Schoeller, portrait photographer, is surprisingly a first-timer at Art Miami.   Known for his democratic approach—photographing everyone from presidents and athletes to drag queens and death row exonerees—Schoeller describes himself as a laid-back “working photographer.” He considers his style to be in the tradition of editorial masters like Irving Penn and Richard Avedon, embracing […]

HOW SWEET IT IS

From felt delis to immersive hand-sewn candy stores, British artist Lucy Sparrow stitches nostalgia, humor, and pop culture into unforgettable installations that blur the line between art, theater, and community.   BY STEPHANIE DAVIS SMITH   When did you attend your first Miami Art Week? I first showed my work at Miami Art Week in […]

YOUNG AT ART

The art world has been captivated by the mature creative vision and bold brushstrokes of Andrés Valencia. The San Diego-based prodigy, who was racking up six-figure sales before he even hit middle school, paints fractured faces that nod distinctly to Picasso. Now, Valencia is returning to Art Miami with a fresh body of work and […]