Discover Art Exhibitions on view at the Bakehouse Art Complex: featuring Artists Luján Candria & Sterling Rook

Explore current exhibitions on view at The Bakehouse Art Complex in Wynwood, featuring two artists with compelling solo exhibitions currently on view in Miami— each engaging memory, material, and personal history in distinct and fruitful ways: Luján Candria & Sterling Rook.

Luján Candria

Miami-based Argentine artist Luján Candria works across a wide range of media to create introspective works that explore memory, reminiscence, and oblivion. Luján often uses the repetition and juxtaposition of images to create intimate and poetic narratives imbued with nostalgia.

Luján has been a resident artist at Bakehouse since 2021. To experience more of her work, visit her studio here at Bakehouse, or see Still More Fragile, her solo exhibition currently on view at Faena Art through May 3.

Sterling Rook

Miami-based artist Sterling Rook works across sculpture and fiber, using materials such as forged steel, handmade rope, and organic elements to explore ancestry, craft, and material memory. Drawing from a lineage of textile and fiber traditions on both sides of his family, Rook approaches art-making as both a generative and regenerative process, connecting personal and cultural histories across time.

Sterling currently has work on view at Tunnel Projects as part of his solo exhibition Shupingagua, on view through Saturday, April 25. Don't miss this last opportunity to experience the exhibition!

Learn more about Luján and Sterling's practices, their growth in the studio residency program at Bakehouse, and their solo exhibitions currently on view!

 

This summer, as guests walk into the Bakehouse Art Complex in Miami's Wynwood Art District, they will be greeted by a newly-commissioned installation by Bakehouse artist Alain Castoriano, Tropical Storm, on view in the atrium.

Tropical Storm explores the power of natural events, particularly, their ability to transform the places through which they pass in the span of a few short moments. Through Alain's dynamic use of color and composition, he has worked to expand the visual vocabulary of his practice beyond the limits of a canvas, creating a conversation between different surfaces and the larger space. 

When asked about the making of Tropical Storm, Alain commented, "When I was asked to exhibit some of my works in the atrium of Bakehouse, I immediately considered the very beautiful overhead light of this space. I realized that, given its size, I wanted to occupy the space in a dynamic way, rather than simply hanging a few paintings on the wall."

Escape the summer heat! Come by to see Alain's installation and visit the Bakehouse artists in their studios, Bakehouse Art Complex is located at 561 NW 32nd Street in Miami, Florida 33127.

Studio 18 in Pembroke Pines Presents PRINT DAY on May 4th with a Full Day of FREE Printmaking Workshops

The Studio 18 Art Complex will host a Print Day event on Saturday, May 4th from 1 – 6pm. Join Studio 18 Resident Artists and participate in fun FREE printmaking workshops all day at the Studio 18 Art Complex in Pembroke Pines. No registration is necessary, and workshop signups will be done in person at the front desk of Studio18 at the day of the event.

Enjoy a vibrant day of printmaking at the Studio 18 Art Complex in the City of Pembroke Pines. Explore workshops and unleash your creativity in the open studio spaces and support local artists at the Studio 18 Art Market. There will also be a community studio space for artists and guests who want to delve into self-led printmaking!


Print Day Schedule:
12:30 PM | Doors Open
1-3 PM| Gel Print Workshop
3-6 PM | Art Market in the Gallery
4-6 PM | Dry Point Etching Workshop

Studio 18 Art Complex is an 11,000 sq ft. multi-faceted art space offering affordable studios for emerging and mid-career artists. The complex showcases compelling and innovative artwork, serving the community by presenting varied exhibitions, workshops, and events year round. The resident artists participate in exhibitions throughout the year drawing crowds of people, while also enjoying 24-hour secure access and the ability to teach their craft in classrooms and have full use of the artists’ lounge. Learn more about the Studio 18 Complex resident artists HERE.

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Admission to Bakehouse Art Complex's Indoor Galleries & Garden

 

Reserve your slot to visit Bakehouse Art Complex's indoor galleries and garden. RSVP is only valid for the date and time selected by the visitor. If late for your reservation, admission is not guarenteed and you may be asked to wait outside or return at a later time depending on capacity. SEE DATES & TIMES here / RSVP.

Currently on view in the galleries:

• Lauren Shapiro: Future Pacific
• Amanda Linares: Between Islands and Peninsulas

Currently on view in the garden:

• Clara Toro: Stakeholders - Wynwood Norte

Outdoor murals currently on view (no RSVP required):

• VantaBlack: Say Their Names - A Public Art Memorial Project
• Maritza Caneca: Arts & Recreation

The health and safety of guests is BAC's highest priority. In accordance with CDC guidelines and local regulations, we have implemented the following policies:

• All guests ages 2 and older are required to wear face coverings at all times while on the property, both indoors and outdoors.
• BAC has significantly reduced capacity and implemented a one-way traffic flow in the indoor galleries to ensure social distancing.
• All visitors are required to sign-in for contract tracing purposes.
• Visitors are required to maintain six feet of distance at all times on the campus.
• Hand sanitizing stations are available throughout the building.
• High-touch surfaces are sanitized regularly.
• Visitors who do not abide by the COVID-19 safety precautions will be asked to leave the property.

Anyone who has exhibited symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 3 days or been exposed to anyone who has tested positive within the past 14 days is highly discouraged from visiting.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is extremely contagious. By entering the Bakehouse Art Complex, you agree to voluntarily assume that risk, and all risks related to COVID-19 exposure.

Bakehouse Complex 2nd Friday Open Studios

Join us on Friday, May 12th from 7-10pm when Second Friday Open Studios returns to the Bakehouse Art Complex. Experience the opening reception of The Multiple Shapes of Air in the Swenson Gallery and the Annual Countywide Student Art Show in the Audrey Love Gallery. 

The summer is just heating up as the academic year draws to a close and summer plans take shape, BAC’s Portfolio Development program is an excellent opportunity to enrich art education and artistic practice for Middle and High School students seeking admission to arts charter schools. 

Bakehouse also announces The Rocking Chair Sessions, a podcast initiative conceived and produced by Maria-Therese Barbist ans Elysa Batysta, the BABA Collective, in Studio 9U at the Bakehouse. And don’t miss The Miami Plein Air Society, who are often painting on the beautiful Vizcaya premises and other inspiring locations in our Magic City.

The Bakehouse Art Complex is open to the public from 12-5pm, 7 days a week with free parking. Please stop by and get inspired!

See Event Listing for more details: http://www.themiamiartscene.com/event/bakehouse-complex-2nd-friday-open-studios/