2/12/2013
Context and Art Fair
Context, Miami
A proven destination and serious marketplace for top collectors to acquire important works from the leading international galleries representing emerging and mid-career cutting-edge works of art.
Artist's Reception @ CC Lounge
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Special Guest: Cindy Crawford
The Keszler Gallery, in conjunction with Art Miami, is proud to present a retrospective of large-scale versions of famed photographer Marco Glaviano’s best-known black and white images of Supermodel Cindy Crawford in the CC Lounge. Ms. Crawford will be in attendance at the opening reception when the new works will be revealed.
One Art Nation Seminar | Understanding the Artist: Permanence is Forever
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 | 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Juan Travieso | Host: School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
One Art Nation Seminar | Framing A Legacy: Succession Planning for Art Collectors
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 | 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Peggy Hollander | Host: The Wall Street Journal
For many collectors, their interest in acquiring art is a passion. The formulation of a comprehensive succession plan for a collection is significant, important, and challenging. The presentation will provide a roadmap for the process and give consideration to building a professional team to facilitate the planning strategies.
One Art Nation Seminar | The Art of Winemaking and the Artist behind the Label
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 | 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Julia Jackson | Host: Cenyth
Symposium on Collecting Art by Women
Thursday, December 5, 2013 | 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. (followed by tours starting at 11 a.m.)
Location: Maserati VIP Lounge at Art Miami
Art Miami is partnering with Art W and the Institute for Women and Art at Rutgers University (IWA ) to host a symposium on collecting women artists, which will begin with a breakfast reception and presentation, followed by guided tours highlighting the work of internationally renowned women artists displayed by galleries around the fair.
Sixth Annual Museum Professionals & Curators Brunch
Thursday, December 5, 2013 | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Maserati VIP Lounge at Art Miami
Art Miami and Context invite all museum professionals and curators to enjoy a delectable brunch in Art Miami’s VIP Lounge while mingling with peers, Art Miami dealers, Fair Director Nick Korniloff and Curators Julia Draganović, Elena Forin and Claudia Löffelholz of LaRete Art Projects. By Invitation Only - RSVP Required.
One Art Nation Seminar | Understanding the Artist: Permanence is Forever
Thursday, December 5, 2013 | 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Juan Travieso | Host: School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
One Art Nation Seminar | Miami Beach Art Deco
Thursday, December 5, 2013 | 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Judith Frankel | Host: Miami Design Preservation League
PAMM’s Big Jam
Thursday, December 5, 2013 | 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)
Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) hosts a special celebration for the grand opening of its state-of-the-art new building designed by world-renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron. Multimedia art collaborative LOS JAICHACKERS will stage a one-night-only performance in and around the 200,000-square-foot facility. Art Miami and CONTEXT VIP Cardholders, Exhibitors and Press will have access to the exclusive event. VIP registration required
VIP Guided Tour with Carol Damian
Friday, December 6, 2013 | Noon
Carol Damian, Director of the Frost Art Museum at Florida International University, leads an intimate guided tour of the fairs for VIPs. Space is limited and VIP Registration required.
One Art Nation Seminar | Disaster Mitigation Planning for Private Collections
Friday, December 6, 2013 | 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Blythe O’Brien | Host: Global Fine Art Practice at Aon
One Art Nation Seminar: Art as an Investment?
Friday, December 6, 2013 | 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Context VIP Lounge
Speakers: Vivian Pfeiffer, Julia Draganovic and Dr. Carol Damian | Host: Christie’s Education
A piece of art to enjoy is certainly a driving factor when making a purchase but what about art as an investment? With the art market showing signs of resiliency, art is a unique alternative investment option. In fact, some investors rank art second only to real estate as the best investment. Collectors have created a hefty supply and demand system as the years have gone by, but the question remains: How can you find a piece that will appreciate in value?
Panel members include Vivian Pfeiffer, Director of Private Sales of Christie's, Dr. Carol Damian, Director & Chief Curator of the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University, and Julia Draganovic, Independant Curator.
The Bloggers’ Guide to Art Miami – A Hyperallergic Event
Saturday, December 7, 2013 | 11 a.m.
Hyperallergic editors Hrag Vartanian, Mostafa Heddaya and Jillian Steinhauer take to the aisles of Art Miami + CONTEXT for an hour-long tour of the fair. Join them as they stop to point out their highlights, provide background about some notable artworks and engage in dialogue with dealers, who will be available to answer any of your questions. There will be informal discussions following the tour. Space is limited and VIP registration required.
Book Signing @ Jackson Fine Art Booth #A42
Saturday, December 7, 2013 | 2 p.m.
Scene by Jeannette Montgomery Barron
Scene is a remarkable compendium of portraits of renowned personalities from arguably the most exciting era of New York City underground culture, the 80s. Scene is photographer Jeannette Montgomery Barron’s album of that exciting and innovative era.
Art Circuits' Latin Art Tour
Saturday, December 7, 2013 | 4 p.m.
Liana Perez of Art Circuits guides a tour of the Fairs and provides an intimate look into the forefront of Latino Art. Space is limited and VIP Registration required.
Zoom IN Award Presentation
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Location: Courtyard at Context
The culmination of the new ZOOM IN video exhibition is the presentation of the inaugural Zoom IN Award. One of the five artists screening their works in the courtyard will be chosen by an independent committee of experts on video art.
Art Miami After-Party at Bakehouse Art Complex
Saturday, December 7, 2013 | 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: 561 NW 32nd Street Miami, FL 33127 (www.bacfl.org) T: 305-576-2828
Bakehouse Art Complex hosts an after-party for Art Miami + Context. Artists’ studios and galleries are open. Art Miami + Context VIP Cardholders and exhibitors will receive complimentary admission. There is a $10 donation for the general public. Enjoy complimentary beverages and live entertainment.
One Art Nation Seminar | Haitian Art 101: Past, Present and Future
Sunday, December 8, 2013 | 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Eveline Pierre | Host: Haitian Heritage Museum
One Art Nation Seminar | Miami Beach Art Deco
Sunday, December 8, 2013 | 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Context VIP Lounge
Speaker: Judith Frankel | Host: Miami Design Preservation League
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Context
Midtown, Wynwood Arts District 3201 NE 1st Ave, Miami
Open hours: Wednesday - Thursday - Saturday 11 - 19, Friday 11 - 20 and Sunday 11- 18
Admission: One day fair pass $35, One day fair pass including catalog $75, Multi-day fair pass $75, Multi-day fair pass including catalog $105, Context + Art Miami 2013 Catalog $45, Students 12-18 years and Seniors $15, Children under 12 years accompanied by adult Free, Groups 10 or more $15