By Sandra Schulman It’s bizarre that in this modern world with a camera and a snitch on every corner that we still don’t really know who Banksy is. Lots of theories abound, though at this point it’s better to not know who he — we are pretty sure it’s a he – is. Embraced by collectors and sections of the art world, he sells for millions while thumbing his nose at the … [Read more...]
Abundant energy at Miami Art Week (part 1)
By Sandra Schulman Miami has been buzzing with world-class art events since early this week, with museums and fairs getting the jump on the action. The renovated Bass Museum held a swank brunch Tuesday morning to show off its new exhibitions. Fantastical creatures by the Haas Brothers animate two spaces on the ground floor with furry sci-fi critters that cross boundaries … [Read more...]
Secretive artist-prankster Banksy featured in Miami show
By Sandra Schulman Exhibiting art without permission? Two can play that game. The work of Banksy, the mysterious British street artist, will be featured in an exhibit opening Saturday at Magic City in Miami. It is organized by Banksy’s former art dealer Steve Lazarides, with whom he had a falling-out a decade ago. But Lazarides has more than 80 pieces Banksy created … [Read more...]