The City of Sunny Isles Beach proudly announces the return of its recurring art series, Art Uncorked, with a captivating exhibition during Miami Art Week. This event, presented in partnership with the acclaimed Paris-based gallery Espace Meyer Zafra and Sunny Isles Beach based artist Mylene Costa, will run from December 1 to December 16, 2025, at the Sunny Isles Beach Government Center.
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Nadir Solar Size: 45 × 17 cm Year: 2025 Technique: automotive resin pearl graphite finish Photos by: Raul C. N. Neto (N.F.S.N.) |
Founded in 2000 by Liliane Zafrani in the historic Marais district of Paris, Espace Meyer Zafra is renowned for its focus on innovative and boundary-pushing art. The gallery has worked closely with an international roster of distinguished artists over the last two decades, representing talents such as Yaacov Agam, Marina Apollonio, Ennio L. Chiggio, and Piotr Kowalski, among many others.
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Cripta 4444 Size: 69 × 20 cm Year: 2025 Technique: automotive resin high-gloss metallic green finish Photos by: Raul C. N. Neto (N.F.S.N.) |
This exhibition will feature a diverse selection of contemporary works from a group of the gallery's prominent artists, including:
1. Manuel Mérida
2. Carlos Cruz-Diez
3. Yaacov Agam
4. Francisco Salazar
5. Piotr Kowalski
6. Richard Schur
7. João Carlos Galvão
8. David Rodriguez Caballero
9. Rene Ugarte
10. Jean-Claude Reussner
This year’s exhibition will also feature the work of Brazilian sculptor and Sunny Isles Beach based artist Mylene Costa, whose work stands out for its feminine power, formal elegance, and refined aesthetic sensitivity. Recognized internationally for her unique artistic signature, Costa has exhibited in cultural centers across Europe and Latin America, gaining increasing visibility in major contemporary art shows and attracting the attention of critics, curators, and collectors alike.
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Sara 11:11 Size: 76 × 20 cm Year: 2025 Technique: automotive resin with pearlescent finish Photos by: Raul C. N. Neto (N.F.S.N.)
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The City will also host a special reception event titled “The Shape of Art: A Live Curation” on December 3 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Sunny Isles Beach Government Center featuring champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to hear from gallerist Liliane Zafrani and artist Mylene Costa.
Exhibition Hours:
The exhibition will be open to the public from December 1 – 16 with the following hours:
• Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m.
• Saturday & Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location:
The Sunny Isles Beach Government Center is located at 18070 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach,
FL 33160.
Join us in Sunny Isles Beach for this exciting exhibition, where international contemporary art converges with the vibrant atmosphere of Miami Art Week. For more information, please contact sibmedia@sibfl.net.
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Rubra Size: 54 × 17 cm Year: 2025 Technique: pigmented automotive resin Photos by: Raul C. N. Neto (N.F.S.N.) |
About Espace Meyer Zafra: Espace Meyer Zafra has built a legacy as one of Paris' leading art spaces, specializing in post-war and contemporary art. Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century Haussmann building in the Marais, the gallery’s diverse roster includes artists from various countries and backgrounds, all united by a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.
About Mylene Costa: Mylene Costa is a Brazilian sculptor of international recognition, whose work stands out for its feminine power, formal elegance, and refined aesthetic sensitivity. Born in Cuiabá, Brazil, she has built a solid and authentic career, skillfully balancing family life, rural production, and a flourishing artistic journey between Brazil and the United States.
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Nebra 1999 Size: 60 × 40 cm Year: 2025 Technique: resin with automotive finish Photos by: Raul C. N. Neto (N.F.S.N.) |
About Sunny Isles Beach Art Uncorked: Art Uncorked is a recurring art series presented by the City of Sunny Isles Beach, designed to celebrate creativity and inspire conversation through dynamic exhibitions and events. Featuring collaborations with renowned galleries, acclaimed artists, and innovative creators from around the world and within our own community, Art Uncorked offers a platform for diverse artistic expressions.
As an integral part of Sunny Isles Beach’s cultural offerings, Art Uncorked will continue to bring captivating exhibitions to the city well beyond Miami Art Week, fostering an ongoing dialogue between art, community, and inspiration.
About the City of Sunny Isles Beach: Located on a barrier island in northeast Miami-Dade County, the City of Sunny Isles Beach has transformed into a world-class destination over the past two decades. With a population of more than 22,200 residents, the city is known for its cultural diversity and features 11 parks within its 1.78 square miles, including the iconic Newport Fishing Pier. Sunny Isles Beach is also home to the A-rated Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 School. Learn more at sibfl.gov