Art Basel Events Guide Part II

By Alyse Mier

Art Basel Miami is almost here and whether you’re looking for suggestions on where to go, or want to see it all we’ve got you covered. Consider marking your calendars with some of the events listed below.

Spencer Finch
American artist Spencer Finch may have just made your food too pretty to eat. Finch uses a solar-powered ice cream truck to process the colors of the sunset into soft serve ice cream.
When: December 1^st -5^th
Time: December 1^st 5pm-10pm December 2^nd-5^th 1pm-8pm
Where: Hyde Midtown Suites & Residences, 3401 NE 1^st Ave, Miami

Pure Abstraction
Making its debut in the Mandarin Oriental’s waterfront restaurant, Pure Abstraction will feature artworks by internationally recognized artists and award-winning painter Alex Brewer aka HENSE.
When: December 3^rd-6^th
Where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami
Additional Information: For more information or reservations, call (305) 913-8288 or visit mandarinoriental.com

Beyond The Limelight: Art Basel
A photo exhibition of New York City’s nightlife in the 80s and 90s through the eyes of photographer Tina Paul. The photo exhibition will be accompanied by a fashion exhibition curated by Keni Valenti.
When: December 3^rd-12^th
Where: 2612 NW 2^nd Ave, Miami
Time: 6pm-10pm
Additional Information: For more information and to RSVP visit MiamiFashion.eventbrite.com

Oliver Gal
This pop-up gallery features the pieces we’ve come to know and love, as well as limited edition pieces you’ll only find here.
When: November 1^st – December 29^th
Where: 2819 NW 2^nd Ave, Miami
RSVP: gallery@olivergal.com
www.olivergal.miami

ELLE Décor
ELLE Décor Magazine has taken a loft space in Wynwood and paired top interior designers with name brands to create and style different rooms in the loft.
When: December 2^nd-4^th
Tickets: Can be purchased for $35 dollars by calling (305) 243-9088
Where: 250 Wynwood, 250 NW 24^th St, Miami

CONTEXT Art Miami
An art show dedicated to highlighting the works of emerging artists, CONTEXT showcases artists from over 80 international galleries.
When: December 1^st-6^th
Time: December 1^st VIP Kickoff 5:30pm-10:00pm
December 2^nd-5^th 11am-8pm
December 6^th 11am-6pm
Where: 2901 NE 1^st Ave, Miami
Tickets: Can be purchased at eventbrite.com

Absolut Elyx & Water For People Launch Philanthropy Benefit with Sean Kelly & Jérôme Sans at Art Basel
This event will celebrate a partnership and safe drinking water efforts by offering guests to view a sculpture created by Antony Gormely and auctioned by Paddle8, pop up water truck and copper pineapple boutique and live performances.
When: November 24^th – December 9^th
Where: Delano South Beach 1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach

MYTHS, WORDS AND FIRE
Laura Kimpton will cover the entire ground floor of the SLS South Beach with sculptures, videos and paintings. In addition to the artwork, Kimpton will also launch her apparel line She’s Got Wings at a pop-up store in the hotel.
When: December 1^st-31^st
Where: SLS South Beach Hotel, 1701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach