Showing posts with label art and design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label art and design. Show all posts

Friday, September 11, 2026

Miami Artist Shadia Sabagh Launches “Mirror” on Kickstarter, Where Sculptural Design Meets Self-Worth

 

Detail: Mirror, soft sky blue, the 16-point radial frame casting shadow against walnut. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.


Miami artist and creative director Shadia Sabagh introduces Mirror, a new sculptural object shaped by her own practice of self-worth and self-love, now available on Kickstarter through September 22, 2026. Created from Sabagh’s evolving resin practice, Mirror marks her first project made and released entirely on her own terms. Hand-cast in polyresin with a soft sky blue finish, Mirror features a 16-point radial frame and measures 17.71 inches high by 10.30 inches wide and 2.36 inches deep. Each piece is hand-sketched, 3D-rendered and molded, then hand-finished, with minor, intentional variations from piece to piece. The limited edition is a run of 2,000, and each Mirror includes 120 digital self-worth and self-love affirmation cards, yours to keep and use however you practice.

Shadia Sabagh at home, surrounded by the objects and books that built the eye. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

More than a functional object, Mirror reflects a philosophy that has increasingly shaped Sabagh’s creative practice: the belief that self-worth is something that must be practiced, protected, and consciously built. The project brings together art, sculpture, design, and personal ritual, transforming an everyday object into a visual reminder of that philosophy.

Mirror, resin, sky-blue finish, shown at close range on the entryway console beside a stack of books. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

For Sabagh, the work begins with a personal practice that has been part of her daily life for years. “Mirror work has been part of my morning routine for years — I journal, then I do affirmations for self-worth and self-love,” Sabagh says. “I wanted Mirror to carry that same energy: not just a sculptural piece, but something that reminds you to love yourself every time you look into it.” Sabagh describes Mirror as both a sculptural design piece and a reminder to practice self-worth and self-love. “I want Mirror to not just be a sculptural design piece, but also serve as a reminder every time you look at it — to love yourself the way you want others to love you. First, always.”

Mirror, resin, sky-blue finish, propped on an oxblood entryway console against walnut paneling. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

Sabagh’s professional identity spans art, creative direction, and collectible objects. Through Shadia Sabagh Studio and Studio 888 by SS, she works across original art, hand-carved wall sculpture, collectible objects, brand experiences, and journal editions. Her studio has worked with major brands including YSL Beauty, Carolina Herrera, L’Oréal, NYX, Bacardi, CeraVe, New Balance, and Airbnb. Mirror, however, represents a different kind of creative chapter. The piece is the result of three years developing Sabagh’s resin practice, a process she describes as self-taught and self-funded. Her movement toward sculptural, three-dimensional work developed gradually.

Mirror, resin, sky-blue finish, on the entryway console with abstract leaf-form bookends and a stack of books. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

“I’ve moved slowly from painting on canvas, to painting on paper, and now into sculptural, three-dimensional work,” she explains. “My first design object collection launched last fall and did well. Mirror is just the next step.” Sabagh describes the project as her first fully self-authored campaign — work created and released on her own terms rather than for a brand or as an assignment. “I’ve spent years turning other people’s ideas into gold. Mirror is mine.”

Mirror, resin, sky-blue finish, wall-mounted above the vanity, the 16-point radial frame shown at close range. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

Sabagh’s process combines hand-drawn development with digital modeling and physical production. “I sketched Mirror by hand, then built it out as a 3D render,” she says. “I wanted it perfect, and I knew I couldn’t get that level of quality — or that scale — carving it myself. That’s why this needed a real production run.” The resulting object is wall-mounted and produced in hand-cast polyresin, allowing the distinctive 16-point radial frame to hold its shape and detail. Each piece is individually finished, preserving minor variations between works. For Sabagh, the production process also reflects a practical decision about scale and investment. “This piece needed a bigger investment than I could make alone,” she says. “I’d also rather launch the pieces I needed to test first — Mirror is the one I was finally ready for.”

Shadia Sabagh in her home studio. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

Bringing Mirror into production required Sabagh to think beyond the studio and consider a different kind of relationship between artist, object, and audience. Kickstarter offered a way to make that relationship direct, allowing the project to be supported by the people who connect with the idea behind the work.

Mirror, resin, sky-blue finish, on the entryway console beside a brass bowl, the hallway opening beyond. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

Sabagh chose Kickstarter as a new way to fund and bring Mirror directly to an audience. “I wanted to try crowdfunding — I’d never done it before, and it’s a way to fund a project beyond what I bootstrap myself,” she explains. The Kickstarter campaign runs from August 24 through September 22, 2026, with a funding goal of $28,200. Backers can choose between two tiers: The Mirror – Soft Sky Blue, priced at $550, and The Mirror – Signed in the Back, priced at $575. Estimated delivery is December 2026. The piece ships from Miami, with domestic shipping included in the pledge, while international backers can receive a shipping quote before pledging. Any damage in transit is to be reshipped from Miami at no cost. Mirror will also be shown in person at The Other Art Fair: Los Angeles, September 24–27, 2026, at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.

Detail: Mirror, soft sky blue, the 16-point radial frame casting shadow against walnut. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

For Sabagh, Mirror is also the beginning of a broader independent chapter. The project stands apart from the brand collaborations that have formed a significant part of her studio practice, while remaining connected to the creative development that has shaped her work across art, design, and commercial environments. Her next phase includes the upcoming launch of Studio 888, which she describes as a platform for brand work and her own journal editions, as well as another Kickstarter planned for November. “I spent sixteen years finding my own purpose — asking the questions it takes to get there,” Sabagh says. “What’s next is a program that gives people a shortcut to find theirs, with a map to follow it. That’s part of Studio 888.”

Mirror, resin, sky-blue finish, wall-mounted in the powder room among framed prints and works on paper. Brickell, Miami, 2026. Courtesy of Shadia Sabagh.

For now, Mirror stands as a tangible expression of that journey: a sculptural object developed from a deeply personal practice and brought into the world through a direct, self-authored campaign. Shadia Sabagh works across original art, hand-carved wall sculpture, and collectible objects through Shadia Sabagh Studio, and runs Studio 888 by SS for both brand experiences and her own line of journal editions.

For more information visit www.shadiasabagh.com

Follow Shadia Sabagh on Instagram @shadiasabaghstudio

Learn more and support Sabagh’s Kickstarter campaign.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

 


Marco Caridad & Daniel Djuro-Goiricelaya


The Shape They Gave Us


Curated by Amalia Caputo


Experience the opening reception of The Shape They Gave Us, a collaborative exhibition that reinterprets the Major Arcana of the tarot as a system of archetypes and inherited social roles.


Developed between Pennsylvania and Vieques, the works combine automatist painting, textile intervention, stitching, layering, and assemblage to question how identity is shaped, assigned, and embodied.


Opening Reception
July 9, 2026, 6:00 PM
Outer Space
2925 Salzedo St, Coral Gables, FL


Presented as part of Fiber Miami Triennial 2026 programming.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Bakehouse Announces Winning Design for "Triumphal Arch" Open Call



Bakehouse Art Complex, in collaboration with French architecture and urban design practice Coldefy, has selected The Porch by architects and educators Elmer O. García and Olga Kusche-Iglesias as the winning proposal for its "Triumphal Arch" Open Call.

Conceived as a contemporary reimagining of the triumphal arch, The Porch draws inspiration from the social and architectural traditions of South Florida and the Caribbean. Constructed from aluminum tubing and repurposed lawn chair components, the design transforms the gateway into an inviting space for gathering, rest, and community exchange.

"The Porch stood out for its conceptual clarity, material ingenuity, and deeply local approach to public space," said the selection panel. "The proposal captures Bakehouse's commitment to creative innovation and community-building while transforming familiar everyday objects into an inviting architectural experience."

The installation will serve as the entrance to Bakehouse's new community garden and outdoor programming space in Wynwood Norte, supporting exhibitions, workshops, performances, and neighborhood events. Learn more HERE.

Monday, June 15, 2026

From Icelandic Jewelry Designer to London-based Painter, Hendrikka Waage´s Journey Reflects a Rich Tapestry of Artistic Evolution

 

Artwork by Artist Hendrikka Waage

Internationally collected contemporary artist Hendrikka Waage continues to expand her evolving art practice through a body of work that explores energy, emotional presence, perception, and the complexity of human attention in contemporary life. Born and raised in Reykjavik and currently splitting her time between London and Iceland, Waage brings a distinctly international perspective to her work, shaped by decades of creative practice and life experiences spanning Japan, Russia, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Her paintings merge expressive color, layered texture, and symbolic figuration into compositions that feel both emotionally immediate and deeply contemplative.

Artwork by Artist Hendrikka Waage


Before transitioning fully into painting, Waage spent more than two decades as an acclaimed jewelry designer, an experience that continues to influence her sensitivity to material, balance, texture, and detail. Her now-recognizable “Wonderful Beings” series — often featuring female figures with a single ear — emerged as a reflection on selective listening and the overwhelming nature of modern information culture. Through vibrant surfaces and emotionally charged compositions, Waage explores the idea that not everything demands our attention, inviting viewers instead into a quieter, more intuitive space centered on presence, resonance, and emotional clarity. We recently had the pleasure to chat with the artist to learn more about her work, and current projects:


Q – Your creative journey began in luxury jewelry design. What inspired your transition to painting?

A – Art has always been part of my life, I grew up drawing and painting. Jewelry design became my first professional outlet but during the COVID years I found myself returning to painting. What started as a personal rediscovery quickly evolved into a vital part of my creative journey. The shift happened quite naturally. After two decades of crafting jewelry, I started to create portraits of my “Wonderful beings” featuring ladies with a single ear, exploring the theme of selective listening in our information-saturated age. The motif is open to interpretation, but one interpretation is that in today´s world, with an influx of information coming from every direction, you don´t have to listen to everything. Ultimately the motif is open-ended, open to boundless possibilities from one viewer to the next. My work and style reflects the inspirations from my travels and the countries I have lived in including Iceland, Japan, Russia, USA, and UK. I currently split my time between Reykjavik and London.


Artist Hendrikka Waage. Photo by: Asta Kristjans


Q – How does your background in fine jewelry influence your approach to materials and texture?

A – Jewelry taught me discipline, attention to detail, and sensitivity to materials. That carries into my paintings through a focus on texture, layering, and surface. Each work is built carefully, with an emphasis on balance, depth, and subtlety.


Q – What ideas, themes, or emotions are you currently exploring in your paintings?

A – I do work a lot on my selective listening theme. I am exploring ideas around energy, movement, and emotional presence — how a painting can hold a kind of vitality that feels immediate and alive. In my current work, I am exploring the idea of energy of joy at a higher frequency — how a painting can carry a sense of vibration, lightness, and elevation that is felt as much as it is seen.


Artwork by Artist Hendrikka Waage


Q – Can you describe your studio process when developing a new piece?

A – I usually work with my concept in mind and I begin with loose sketches. On my larger paintings, I experiment more with layering and texture, and I test how different materials interact before committing to a direction. Usually, it comes easy and I work intuitively and often revisit the work as well.


Q – How do you see your work evolving as you prepare for your upcoming exhibition?

A – As I prepare for the upcoming exhibition, I see my work evolving in a way that feels more focused and intentional, while still holding onto the sense of energy and spontaneity that drives my process. Iam also becoming more aware of how the works relate to one another as a group. Its not just about individual pieces anymore,but about creating a dialogue across the exhibition — where energy, color, and movement carry through the space in a cohesive way.


Q – What draws you to Miami as a place to present your work?

A – What draws me to Miami as a place to present my work is both personal and professional. I have a deep connection to the area, having lived in Fort Lauderdale for five years in my late twenties while completing my bachelor´s and master’s degrees. During that time, I visited Miami often and developed a strong appreciation for its energy, diversity, and vibrant art scene. Miami feels like a natural fit for my work. The city has a unique openness to color, expression, and experimentation that really resonates with my practice. I´ve also had the opportunity to exhibit twice at Red Dot Miami, where my work was very well received and sold successfully. Those experiences reinforced my sense that Miami is not just a place I enjoy personally, but also a place where my work connects strongly with an audience.


Q – What do you hope collectors experience when they encounter your painting?

A – I hope they feel a strong sense of energy and joy — an immediate, instinctive pull that draws them in. There’s an energy in the work that I want to feel uplifting and alive, something that resonates without needing explanation. Ultimately, I hope the work brings a dynamic presence into a space — something that energizes, uplifts, and continues to evolve with the viewer over time.


Artwork by Artist Hendrikka Waage


Q – You have exhibited your work during Art Basel Miami Beach before, will you be showcasing your art work during Miami Art Week again this year?

A – Yes, and this time around I will be at SCOPE Miami Beach, represented by Artio Gallery. I am really looking forward to it.


As her international visibility and popularity continue to grow, Waage’s work increasingly resonates with collectors and audiences both globally and within the Miami market. Following successful presentations during Art Basel Miami Beach Week and beyond, the artist now prepares for upcoming exhibitions and new presentations that further expand the dialogue surrounding her work, its evolving visual language, and its growing international reach.

Follow Hendrikka Waage on Instagram @hendrikkawaagearts
Learn more about Hendrikka Waage at The Art Agency Gallery UK

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Public Art in the Miami Design District | Urs Fischer: Bus Stop, 2017

 


A Must-See in the Miami Design District, Urs Fischer: Bus Stop, 2017 - located at the Paradise Plaza Garage, 176 NE 41st Street in Miami, Florida 33137. Situated in the Miami Design District sits a new fountain by the artist Urs Fischer. Its backdrop is a re-creation of a Miami Beach bus stop with all its signage and advertisements missing. In its midst, on the bench, is a skeleton, lying on its back, inhabiting this artificial sphere of public space. A constant trickle of water lands on its head and forms a pool below. The skeleton figure is of no particular gender or age. It serves as a representation of anyone.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Experience the Mindy Solomon Gallery showcase at Design Miami during Miami Art Week 2025

Design Miami.
A New Dawn: The Fundamentals of MAKING  

Amber Cowan, Dee Clements, Donté Hayes, Frances Trombly, hettler.tüllmann, Jaiik Lee, Jane Yang-D'Haene, Jiha Moon, Kelsie Rudolph, Linda Lopez, Terri Friedman, Vadis Turner, and Yuki Ando

Members and Collectors Preview Today! VIP and Public Opening Tomorrow, December 3

December 2 - 7, 2025, Booth G09

Mindy Solomon Gallery is pleased to present a maker-focused presentation at Design Miami that encapsulates the notion of the beginning of time or "Dawn". Presented in a palette of yellows, oranges, pinks, and blues, the installation will spotlight a plethora of craft genres, including ceramics, glass, textile weaving, basketry, furniture making, and metalwork. Featured designers include Amber Cowan, Dee Clements, Donté Hayes, Frances Trombly, hettler.tüllmann, Jaiik Lee, Jane Yang-D'Haene, Jiha Moon, Kelsie Rudolph, Linda Lopez, Terri Friedman, Vadis Turner, and Yuki Ando.


Design Miami 2025

Dec 3—7, 2025

Located At The Convention Center Drive & 19th Street, Miami Beach, Booth G09

Friday, November 28, 2025

Experience Maddox Gallery of London, Booth AM225 at Art Miami during Art Basel Miami Beach Week December 2-7, 2025

 

Will Martyr, "We Are Never Far Away", 2025, Acrylic on canvas, 

Experience Maddox Gallery, London, Booth AM225 at Art Miami during Art Basel Miami Beach Week December 2-7, 2025. Experience the 35th edition of Art Miami, Miami's original and longest running contemporary and modern art fair, and sister fair CONTEXT Art Miami at One Herald Plaza in downtown Miami from Tuesday, Dec. 2, to Sunday, Dec. 7. The Fairs will feature invitation-only Platinum VIP Preview hours on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by VIP access from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m benefiting the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM). These exclusive hours provide early access for collectors, art world luminaries, curators, press, and museum professionals from around the globe.

www.maddoxgallery.com

Friday, October 31, 2025

Zero Empty Spaces DCOTA Open Studios

 


You're invited to experience Zero Empty Spaces Open Studios at The Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA) on Friday, November 21st from 4-7pm for an inspiring evening of creativity & connection. Explore the studios of resident artists, discover their incredible work, ask questions, and even start your own art collection! Enjoy art classes, live demonstrations, and the chance to commission custom pieces. Don't miss this unique opportunity to support local talent in our community and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of art. This Event is Free & Open to the Public | RSVP HERE.

This studio is located inside the Design Center Of The Americas. The easiest way to locate the space is to park at the *MAIN ENTRANCE* in the center of the building near the overhang and the roundabout. Upon walking into the lobby, you will walk to the conceirge desk at the end of the lobby. The Zero Empty Spaces studio space is located down the hallway on the left hand side when the hallway opens to Atrium B.


Renowned Glass Artist Abby Modell Creates Stunning ‘Cosmic Pearl’ Installation for Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas



This striking glass and metal wall divider, created for the ship’s dining room, continues Modell’s signature exploration of light, reflection, and texture, merging functional design with sculptural artistry.


Introducing ‘Cosmic Pearl’, contemporary glass artist Abby Modell‘s latest commissioned work aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas. This striking glass and metal wall divider, created for the ship’s dining room, continues Modell’s signature exploration of light, reflection, and texture, merging functional design with sculptural artistry. A custom installation piece that stands as a testament to her ongoing collaborations with Royal Caribbean, where her visionary approach to glass transforms interiors into immersive, luminous environments.

Inspired by the sparkly night sky and dreamy oceanic reflections, heaven and earth merge together creating a harmonious surreal vision. A celestial iridescent Cosmic Pearl starburst surrounded by luminous baby stars reflects images below the ocean’s surface and above in the galactic universe. Cosmic Pearl captures shifting light within the dining room, transforming the space into an immersive environment that celebrates the harmony between sea and cosmos. Aboard the world’s largest cruise ship, this striking commission carries Modell’s vision across new horizons, offering passengers a moment of wonder suspended between earth and universe.


Abby Modell Contemporary Art Glass is proud to be a Swarovski Ingredient Brand Partner. Swarovski recognizes the quality and importance of Modell’s artistic work. Modell is proud to partner with a zero-waste certified sustainable glass finishing studio committed to reducing environmental impact on our planet. By recirculating applied glass into many of Modell’s pieces during their creation, the studio honors and preserves the earth and our resources.

Abby Modell is a widely collected and acclaimed glass artist. She is currently exhibiting her work at the Medici Museum of Art with the Carole A. Feuerman Sculpture Foundation, Zodiac: Mysterious Power of the Creative, Warren, OH. Modell’s collection was most recently featured at Hamptons Fine Art Fair 2025 and Art Palm Beach 2025. She has exhibited her Candy Wonderlandscape installation in the iconic Bloomingdale’s 2023 Holiday Windows flagship NYC. The collection has been exhibited at numerous fine art fairs and galleries including Salon Art + Design, Collectible NY, Scope Miami, Art New York, SOFA Chicago, and the Architectural Digest Design Show, NYC.

Modell’s work has been exhibited at private homes, corporate collections and museums, including the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the world headquarters of Morgan Stanley in New York City, the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, the Wit Gallery installation at the Canyon Ranch, Lenox, MA, the First International Biennale of Santorini, Greece and the 1st Heclectik Art Glass International Biennial in Braga, Portugal. Commissioned collections include collaborations with Bloomingdales in 2016 and 2013, Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas luxury cruise ship, and the Faberge Big Egg Hunt in New York City.


Fine art collectors and design aficionados are invited to explore the unparalleled work of contemporary glass artist Abby Modell.

For further information: www.abbymodell.com
Follow Abby Modell on Instagram @AbbyModell
Email: abbymodelldesign@gmail.com
Phone: 646-330-0022

Friday, October 3, 2025

Public Art in the Miami Design District | Ad Minoliti: Pink Spatial Microbiota


 A Must-See in the Miami Design District, Ad Minoliti: Pink Spatial Microbiota, by appointment only - located at 3841 NE 2nd Ave. 400, Miami, Florida 33137. This site-specific installation reimagines the space of the stairwell as a digestive tube for the Buick building.  “I was inspired by the digestive system that moves food through the body, and by thinking of these internal spaces as an ecosystem,” Minoliti described. Microbiota refers to the bacteria, viruses and fungi that are crucial for immunologic, hormonal, and metabolic balance of all multicellular organisms. “There are an estimated 100 billion bacteria in the human body. We can't live without them. We contain multitudes.”


Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Public Art in the Miami Design District | Marc Newson DASH Fence (2007)

 


A Must-See in the Miami Design District, Marc Newson's DASH Fence (2007) located at 4001 NE 2nd Avenue - Miami, FL 33137. The DASH Fence by designer Marc Newson is a 100-ft fence installation at the Design & Architecture High School (DASH), creating a compelling environmental structure in the heart of the Miami Design District. Based conceptually on waves, the design consists of a thin metal frame of 400 vertical fins of varying depths that create a series of changing patterns. The appearance of the fence shifts based on point of view—up close, the fence allows a full view into and out from the DASH courtyard. However, from a distance, the surface becomes fully opaque and appears to undulate as the viewer passes by.

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Public Art in the Miami Design District | Diamantina by The Campana Brothers (2008) Fernando and Humberto Campana


A Must-See in the Miami Design District, Diamantina by The Campana Brothers (2008) Fernando and Humberto Campana located in the Lobby at 4141 NE 2nd Avenue - Miami, FL 33137. Winner of the 2008 Design Miami/ Designer of the Year Award. Fernando and Humberto Campana of Estudio Campana create singularly joyful and expressive designs that bridge handcraft, limited edition, and mass production, frequently using discarded and mundane materials. For Design Miami/ 2008 the Campana brothers created Diamantina using the native Brazilian plant Apui, which grows on and eventually chokes rainforest trees. This rattan-like fiber is woven around plastic garden chairs and other ready-made plastic objects, such as discarded toys, dolls, flip-flops, and tires. Like the rainforest trees, the man-made objects are almost entirely swallowed up by the organic material, symbolizing nature's triumph over the synthetic world. With Diamantina, the Campana brothers expanded on this concept by introducing native Brazilian amethyst crystals into the woven structure, creating a series of biomorphic islands that visitors were encouraged to sit on and explore.

Friday, July 25, 2025

Public Art in the Miami Design District | Buckminster Fuller: Fly's Eye Dome 1979/80-2014

 


A Must-See in the Miami Design District, Buckminster Fuller: Fly's Eye Dome 1979/80-2014, located at 140 NE 39th Street in Miami, Florida 33137, known as Palm Plaza. In 1965 Buckminster Fuller designed and patented the Fly’s Eye Dome, which he called an “autonomous dwelling machine”. Prototypes began to be built by hand in 1977, and by 1983 three of the fiberglass spheres in various sizes (12-foot, 24-foot, 50-foot) had been produced. Fuller died before he was able to realize his vision for the structure. However, almost 50 years later, the design, a Monohex variation of the geodesic dome, can clearly be seen as a forerunner of today’s green building movement. In 2011, collector Craig Robins acquired the 24-foot prototype to exhibit it and use it as inspiration for a key element of the Miami Design District. The following year, The Buckminster Fuller Institute, in partnership with Goetz Composites, ConformLab, and DRDesign, began the development of a program to complete Fuller’s vision, using advanced technologies and materials not available to Fuller in the 1970s. BFI was then commissioned to produce a Fly’s Eye Dome utilizing state-of-the-art materials, intelligence, and techniques, to be prominently incorporated in the Miami Design District.

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Public Art in the Miami Design District | Check out "Vortex" (2014) by 2x4

 


A Must-See in the Miami Design District, Vortex (2014) by 2x4, located at NE 38th St. between NE 2nd Ave. and NE 1st Ave. Miami, FL 33137. Founded in 1994 by Michael Rock, Susan Sellers, and Georgianna Stout, 2x4 is a collaborative studio of designers, programmers, writers, and animators who work in visual media. As a studio, their project approach centers on critical thinking and research. As in their mural, “Vortex”, in the Miami Design District, this experimentation and research often culminate in bold graphic works that question the nature and conventions of design. Tasked with creating a piece for a perimeter wall, “Vortex” immediately draws the viewer in beckoning those who are curious to see what is on the other side.

Monday, July 21, 2025

Discover the Bold Visions & Vivid Color of Digital Artist Martin Fine’s Extraordinary Work

Contemporary digital artist Martin Fine in his art studio
 

South Florida contemporary artist Martin Fine is a self-taught digital artist whose journey from commercial photography to abstract expressionism reflects a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. With a successful art career that began behind the lens — capturing architecture, interiors, and design — Martin developed a sharp eye for form, light, and composition. Today, his vibrant digital paintings are infused with the spirit of Impressionism and Expressionism, yet fully grounded in modern technique.
 
Abstract in Blue II, Framed

Inspired by masters like Van Gogh, Renoir, Kandinsky, and Chuck Close, Martin creates bold, color-rich works that bridge traditional beauty and contemporary flair. Now working full-time as an artist, his pieces are known for their dynamic energy, painterly textures, and emotional resonance — each one a celebration of color, vision, transformation, and the power of reinvention.

Martin Fine is a prolific and versatile artist with an extensive inventory of work spanning a wide range of styles and series. From bold modern abstracts and Bauhaus-inspired compositions to striking depictions of Art Deco architecture and the iconic Miami Beach skyline — as well as breathtaking prints of New York City’s historic buildings and signature yellow taxi cabs — Martin Fine’s portfolio reflects both artistic depth and technical range.
 
Blue Primordial Man, Framed

Martin Fine has artworks available for sale on his Etsy Shop, as well as special commissions or one-of-a-kind pieces can be requested. To learn more about this fascinating artist, for sales, commissions, inquires or general info, email martinfineimages@gmail.com and visit www.martinfineartgallery.com.

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Circles in Space, Framed
Art Deco District, Miami Beach

 
Tethered Between Light and Water, Framed

Whether capturing the rhythm of Miami’s famed Art Deco District, serene beach scenes, Manhattan’s iconic cityscapes, or exploring the expressive potential of color and form, Martin’s work demonstrates a masterful ability to move fluidly between genres while maintaining a strong and cohesive visual voice. Decorate your home, office, or personal space today!
 
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Bauhaus Abstract VI, Framed
 
The Flat Iron Building, New York
 
Miami Beach Skyline

 
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