Here Is Your Guide to Art Basel 2016

Few occurrences can claim the monumental influence on Miami's cultural evolution as Art Basel Miami Beach, the satellite event for the world's premier, Modern and Contemporary art fair. Fifteen years after Switzerland's Art Basel first debuted on the sands of South Beach, Art Basel Miami Beach ' and the surrounding events it inspired throughout the City of Miami ' has become a magnet for the world's leading collectors, gallerists, artists and international jet set.

Last year, the show attracted an attendance of over 77,000 over five days. In 2016, ABMB is poised for another great year, thanks to a roster of leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa showcasing significant works from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well the new generation of emerging stars; a Public Sector with featuring highly anticipated programming inspired by the late-David Bowie, and intriguing conversation in the TALKS sector, including The Future of Buenos Aires' Cultural Landscape, part of Art Basel's newest initiative "Art Basel Cities."

Here's everything Miami real estate professionals, art lovers and enthusiasts need to know about Art Basel Miami Beach 2016 ' and the surrounding events of Miami Art Week that have come to life around the City in the wake of ABMB's cultural proliferation.

1.What to Expect at ABMB

Art Basel takes place at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC). Over 500,000 square feet of exhibition space host the Galleries, Nova, Positions, Edition, Kabinett, Survey and Magazines sectors as well as Conversations and Salon talks. Public artworks are shown nearby at Collins Park, while Film is presented across three venues, inside the MBCC, in the outdoor setting of Sound Scape Park and one special screening at the Colony Theatre.

Guide to ABMB's Sectors

GALLERIES

This year, over 200 of the world's leading international Modern and contemporary art galleries display artworks by over 4,000 artists, including paintings, sculptures, installations, photography, film, video, and digital art. Visitors can find works ranging from editioned pieces by young artists to museum-caliber masterpieces.

NOVA

Designed for galleries to present one, two or three artists showing works created within the last three years, the Nova sector features strong juxtapositions and never-before-seen pieces fresh from the artist's studio.

POSITIONS

This sector allows curators, critics, and collectors to discover ambitious new talents from across the globe, by providing a platform for a single artist to present one major project.

EDITION

Leading publishers of editioned works, prints, and multiples exhibit the results of their collaboration with renowned artists, providing visitors the opportunity to see significant, and rare publications.

KABINETT

In a separately delineated space within their booths, galleries present a curated exhibition by an artist of their choice. The diverse curatorial concepts for Kabinett include thematic group exhibitions, art-historical showcases and solo shows for rising stars.

SURVEY

Survey presents precise art historical projects. These may include solo presentations by an individual artist, juxtapositions and thematic exhibits from artists representing a range of cultures, generations and artistic approaches.

PUBLIC

As part of Art Basel's show in Miami Beach, over 20 large-scale sculptures and installations by leading and emerging international artists will be installed in Collins Park. Public is curated by Nicholas Baume, Director and Chief Curator of Public Art Fund. The sector is produced in collaboration with the Bass Museum of Art and supported by MGM Resorts Art & Culture. 

FILM

Organized in association with David Gryn, Director of Daata Editions and London's Artprojx, the Film sector presents a dynamic program of films. Outdoor screenings take place at SoundScape Park, where works are shown on the 7,000-square-foot projection wall of the Frank Gehry-designed New World Center; and inside the Miami Beach Convention Center. In addition, New York-based film curator Marian Masone selects a feature-length film for a special screening at the Colony Theatre.

MAGAZINES

Art publications from around the world display their magazines in single-magazine stands, or the collective booth. Editors and publishers often attend the show and many magazines contribute presentations to Salon, our afternoon series of lectures and discussions by prominent members of the artworld.

TALKS

Art Basel's stimulating program of Conversations and Salon talks allow audiences to deepen their knowledge of artistic practice, the international artworld, and the art market. The daily Conversations series offers the audience access to the thinking of important artworld players 'artists, curators, critics and collectors 'who offer their unique perspectives on producing, collecting and exhibiting art.  Salon is an open platform for dozens of short, often informal presentations, such as artist talks, panels, lectures and performances with a range of speakers representing many different aspects of the artworld. Conversations & Salon is programmed by Mari Spirito.

Learn more about ABMB 2016 Sectors.  

2. HOW TO GET TICKETS TO THE SHOW?

Opening hours

First Choice (by invitation only)
Wednesday, November 30, 2016, 11am to 4pm

Preview (by invitation only)
Wednesday, November 30, 2016, 4pm to 8pm

Vernissage (by invitation only)
Thursday, December 1, 2016, 11am to 3pm

Public days
Thursday, December 1, 2016, 3pm to 8pm
Friday, December 2, 2016, 12 noon to 8pm
Saturday, December 3, 2016, 12 noon to 8pm

Sunday, December 4, 2016, 12 noon to 6pm

Tickets to Art Basel can be purchased at the show venue or online. Click here to Buy Tickets

3. WHAT SATELLITE FAIRS ARE TAKING PLACE?

As ABMB has expanded beyond the confines of its site, the entire city has followed suit, exploding in a kaleidoscope of satellite fairs and events. In the following Infographic, the Cervera Newsroom brings you a guide to ABMB's events, fairs and parties: