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DVCAI Asks Artists ‘What’s In Your Contain...

Written By Jocheved Cohen

In its fourth collaboration with Barry University, the DVCAI-sponsored exhibit "The Container Project," asks what we carry with us when a physical place is lost in time or space. Arts writer Jocheved Cohen finds out.

High Schooler Helps Bring Arts To Adults W...

Written By Josie Gulliksen

A high school senior began the Visionary Arts Program in her freshman and sophomore years and it has now expanded to helping adults with disabilities. Josie Guilliksen has the story.

Oh, so South Florida at the Miami Book Fai...

Written By Michelle F. Solomon

It's time for the Miami Book Fair and there are more than 500-plus authors heading to Miami. The fair opens Sunday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov. 22.

With Masterclasses, Jamar Roberts ‘G...

Written By Michelle F. Solomon, Artburst Editor

Jamar Roberts, former Alvin Ailey Dance Company principal and sought after choreographer, returns to Miami to present two contemporary dance masterclasses at Dance Empire of Miami.

Robin Hill Looks At Miami’s Public A...

Written By Michelle F. Solomon, Artburst Editor

Miami-based photographer Robin Hill's new book “That’s the Way I See It” is a vibrant love letter to Miami’s public art scene.

Marie Franco Illuminates South Florida’s I...

Written By Olga Garcia-Mayoral

Miami-based artist Marie Franco’s debut solo exhibit, “A primera luz” (“At first light”) at Laundromat Art Space offers an intimate portrayal of Latino immigrant life, told through oil paintings that radiate both warmth and resilience. Olga Garcia-Mayoral has the story.

Short films in ‘Reel Minds Festival&...

Written By Josie Gulliksen

Hoping to dispel the stigma around mental health, The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Miami-Dade County is presenting its Sixth Annual Reel Minds Film Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Josie Gullliksen has the story.

The Latest Artists’ Grants: HereR...

Written By Josie Gulliksen

A compilation of South Florida grants for artists and creatives to check out by Josie Gulliksen.

From Miami To Cuba, ‘Havana Habibi&#...

Written By Daisy Cabrera

Tiffany Madera, born in Miami to Cuban parents, turned to belly dance not just as art but as a calling, one that took her to Havana in 2003. It became the start of the documentary 'Havana Habibi.' Daisy Cabrera has the story.

Updates To Budget Restoration for Miami-Da...

Written By Michelle F. Solomon, Artburst Editor

What's the latest after a turbulent budget season? An interim director for Miami-Dade County's Department of Cultural Affairs, a letter from the Cultural Affairs Council Chairman, and the creation of an Arts and Culture Innovation Task Force.

Want to make a movie? The Louies give loca...

Written By Michelle F. Solomon, Artburst Editor

There's a total of $100,000 up for grabs and the chance to dive into the Wolfson archives.

Teaching Artist Gets Ellies Award To Help ...

Written By Michelle F. Solomon, Artburst Editor

A teaching artist for MOCA North Miami received an award to present workshops to help students who want to pursue careers in art. The idea was sparked by her own students.

Art Review: 2 Solo Exhibitions Invite You ...

Written By Mario Rodriguez

Inside an expansive, ramshackle walk-up in downtown Miami, two solo exhibitions require close introspection. Mario Rodriguez visits the Rice Hotel.

Artists Looking for Grants? Here Is Where ...

Written By Josie Gulliksen

A compilation of South Florida grants for artists and creatives to check out by Josie Gulliksen.