THE BEST ART GALLERIES IN MIAMI OFFER SOMETHING FOR ALL TASTES
“We trawl through the best art galleries in Miami to bring you the finest contemporary works, sculptures and more” “What is it? A gallery for collectors, Oliver Cole covers its walls in young, up-and-coming talents just waiting to be discovered. Why go? Find pop art and contemporary works, plus photography, sculpture and various other mediums. Cole scouts highly technical pieces, so your next big statement piece could be waiting in his showroom.”
Ginger Harris Time Out
Noon Spiegel on Sacred Geometry and Aesthetic Experience
All of our visible and invisible world is ruled by geometric proportions. However, mathematical laws rarely inspire artists, who usually rely on different phenomenological manifestations in their art. Among contemporary artists who recently turned their interest towards precisely this not-so-artistic material of mathematical ratios is Noon Spiegel, an American artist from New York, represented by Oliver Cole Gallery.
Spiegel's recent series explores the golden ratio, the Fibonacci sequence, binary code, and sacred geometry in paintings that combine abstraction and figuration. Like the invisible rules behind everything in our reality, Spiegel's paintings are mathematically precise in formal application while preserving the aesthetic effect of unbridled expression.
Resembling both a jumbled mathematical equation and engineering schema, the works can be seen as blueprints of the world's DNA, filled with ancient human-made forms, anatomical drawings of the human body in different positions, and geometrical structures, all extracted from our material and immaterial reality.
Spiegel's fine drawing traces this sacred truth across the muted palette of blacks and whites, a perfect background for his contemplative reverie. And among everything, a precise red line that connects different segments of the painting, a pulsating streak of color that announces a logic yet to be deciphered. To learn more about his practice and the ideas behind his work, we talked with Noon Spiegel, who commented on his approach, the latest body of work, and revealed plans for the upcoming months.
Art Miami and its sister fair CONTEXT Art Miami wrapped up its 32nd edition. More than 155 leading galleries from across the globe exhibited investment-quality artwork of the 20th and 21st centuries. Many people think that Miami became an art collector’s paradise 20 years ago with the arrival of Art Basel Miami Beach. However, Art Miami is, in fact, the original and longest-running contemporary art fair in the city, founded in Miami.
Thus, despite what many think, Miami has, for more than three decades, been the North American hub for art collectors. Art Miami supports South Florida-based art galleries, artists, and museums not only during Miami Art Week but throughout the year.These deep-rooted "Made in Miami" galleries were spotted at the fair.
Oliver Cole Gallery, Wynwood Oliver Cole Gallery is fully dedicated to bringing only the best of modern and contemporary works to a sophisticated collector. Oliver has been involved in the art industry for the past 37 years and, in 2004, opened his first gallery in Miami Beach. Artists exhibited in the Art Miami booth included Dan Alva, Ai Weiwei, Gil Bruvel, Anna Kruhelska, Damien Hirst, Ted Collier, Silvio Porzionato, and Jason Myers.
Lisa Morales Widewalls
THE DESCENT: PEARLS OF ARTISTIC WISDOM
Gil Bruvel is a surrealist craftsman, he makes fantasies by hand. (...) For Bruvel, work means constantly channeling dichotomies and exploring differnt realities and possibilities. Perhaps his drive into surrealism is the result of the kaleidoscope of places and moods he has absorbed from each landscape and its natural treasures.
On the occasion of showing at Art Miami with Oliver Cole Gallery this December (...) we decided to go back in time with the artist to speak about drawing, meditaion, and his magnum opus, So far, at least.
Juxtapoz
OLIVER COLE GALLERY AT ART MIAMI 2022
Modern and Contemporary Miami-based Oliver Cole Gallert showcases emerging, mid-career, and critically recognized established international artists.
The gallery's Founder/Chief Curator, Oliver Cole, has been involved in the art industry for the past 37 years. After completing a master's degree in fine art in 1996 and receiving the prestigious Traveling School Award from the Ivy League School in Boston, Cole relocated to New York City, where he spent the next eight years working on various curatorial projects, opening his first gallery in Miami Beach in 2004. The gallery is currently dedicated to making the best Modern and Contemporary works available to a sophisticated circle of well-versed art collectors.
The gallery will showcase iconic works by Andy Warhol, Ai Weiwei, Damien Hirst, Tony Cragg, Christo, Bardula, Anna Kruhelska, Dan Alva, J. Margulis, Max Patté, Nuge, Ted Collier, Jason Myers, Silvio Porzionato, Noon Spiegel, Gil Bruvel, Casper Brindle, William Barbosa, Miguel Prypchan.
Fatima Canovas Art Daily News International Magazine
CONNECTED: PALM BEACH MODERN + CONTEMPORARY RETURNS
Casper Brindle's mesmerizing Light Glyphs, presented by Oliver Cole Gallery, were inspired by his observation of light, color, and water while surfing. As if floating, a colored line is illuminated within frosted sculptural box. Brindle uses tools and techiniques from California custom car modifications. The surfaces are finished with resin to create the illusion of depth and luminescence.
Lisa Morales Widewalls
Your Guide to Miami Art Week and Art Basel 2021
The beginning of December is an exciting time for Miami with Art Basel and Miami Art Week taking our city by storm. From innovation to artistry, the city combines some of the best exhibitors, artists and galleries in the world to create an amazing celebration of art. This year’s celebrations take place on November 30 through December 5. We have put together an extensive list of must-attend exhibits and events throughout the week.
Art Miami is returning for its 31st season with new and exciting exhibits. This fair is widely known as one of the most prestigious contemporary art fairs in the world, with installations from 135 international galleries from 17 countries. 2021 exhibitors include Oliver Cole Gallery.
Alexa Shabinsky Ocean Drive Magazine
From the Museum of Graffiti to the Bass Museum, Miami is a haven for art lovers
Wynwood is not just a home for the graffiti world but a central hub for galleries and private art collections. Oliver Cole Gallery, located on 3rd Ave, is dedicated to bringing the best in modern and contemporary works of art to the community. Oliver Cole, the founder and chief curator, has been involved in the industry for over 35 years. With a stunning 1,600 square foot space, extensive website and 52,000 followers on Instagram, the gallery is committed to a dazzling experience not just in person but virtually.
Amy Brody Poliakoff The Miami Hurricane
6 ARTWORKS FROM ARTNET'S GALLERY NETWORK THAT OUR EXPERTS ARE LOVING THIS WEEK
Nick Veasey, represented by Oliver Cole Gallery, cleverly uses x-ray photography to undercut the ultra-luxury facade of these Louboutin’s revealing their construction. Cutting to the structural core of these glamorous high heels reveals the bed of nails underfoot as a literal illustration of the old adage: pain is beauty and beauty is pain. The delicate packaging of these brand new shoes adds an ironic nod to the cult-of-brand surrounding these prized status symbols, while also questioning our assumptions of the wearer through a feminist lens.
Artnet News
EL POP ART DE NORMAN O'FLYNN EN OLIVER COLE GALLERY
Este prolífico pintor y escultor, establecido en Ciudad del Cabo, Sudáfrica, ya usaba las máscaras en sus figuras antes de la pandemia. Su primer retrato de Timekeeper, fue en 2015. O’Flynn, que tiene un profundo conocimiento de la tradición de art pop y explora el significado de este género en el contexto actual, tapa la boca a sus figuras como si se tratara de un filtro para plasmar la importancia de lo que ingerimos y liberamos como los gérmenes y las palabras. Dice que somos tóxicos y lo contagiamos, y que también necesitamos protección contra eso. La serie de Time Keeper incorpora su uso característico de la iconografía pop, superhéroes, explosiones, símbolos religiosos y mantras tipo grafiti tatuados en los cuerpos de imponentes figuras enmascaradas, exaltadas por fondos de colores y motivos vibrantes. Es un verdadero caramelo visual que está pintado al revés sobre plexiglás para conseguir un acabado pulido.
Isabel Olmos El Nuevo Herald
In a sleek Miami adobe, warm materials and pops of color exude that cozy feeling of home
J Margulis artwork from Oliver Cole Gallery decorate the minimalist foyer, where sculptural vases rest on layered floating oak and smoked-mirror consoles by Artec Design. Conkreta Construction Company fabricated the ceiling’s floating cantilevered squares, outfitted with WAC Lighting LED lights from LBU Lighting, and the recessed wall channels, both designed by Feldman.
Paige Bowers Luxe Interiors + Design
5 UP-AND-COMING ARTIST WITH NEW EXHIBITIONS THAT YOU CAN SEE THIS JULY
Dutch photographer Jenny Boot (represented by Oliver Cole Gallery in Miami) creates exquisitely lit portraits that draw from Old Master portraits and vanitas scenes. Boot first trained as a painter but switched to photography, feeling that the latter medium gave her more control. Her photographs are evidence of that sense of perfection, and hover on the divide between art and editorial photography, with beauty as her primary concern. The effect is both disconcerting and beguiling.
Artnet News
Dan Alva to show his latest work, “The Outsourced Series”, at Context Art Miami
“Contemporary artist Dan Alva takes the classics and reinvents for a modern dayaudience. He re-masters the masters if you will, and undoubtedly, it’s alluring work. His bold and unapologetic pieces stand proud, they’re incredibly intricate, they’remeticulous and he combines his figurative visual language with bursts of camouflage an stripes, taking in a contemporary direction. And excitingly, his latest body of work, entitled The Outsourced Series will be on show at CONTEXT Art Miami with the Oliver Cole Gallery this year. We talk to the artist to find out what we can expect from CONTEXT 2019.”
Felicity Carter Forbes
A HANDFUL OF WYNWOOD ART GALLERIES WE LOVE
“Having represented multiple artists and exhibitions over the years, Oliver Cole Gallery truly knows what it is to inspire and maintain focus on what really matters, creative expression. With a new exhibition every other month, Miami residents or tourists can walk in and actually acquire a new sense of perspective. The gallery only houses artists who have a powerful message to bring.”
Jeanne Monique Culture Crusaders
6 GALERIES D’ART A VISITER SANS ATTENDRE A WYNWOOD
“Du pop art au street art en passant par l’art moderne et contemporain, la Oliver Cole Gallery se transfigure d’exposition en exposition. Le visiteur retrouve aussi bien des peintures et des sculptures que des installations ou des vidéos realisees par une cinquantaine d’artistes emergents et confirmes. Parmi eux, le plasticien américain Jeff Koons, connu par son Balloon Dog, une sculpture représentant un chien en ballon de baudruche, et le street artiste britannique Rich Simmons qui a peint Superman et Batman s’embrassant passionnément.”
Gregory Durieu French Morning
YOU CAN’T EAT MONEY
“Award-winning glass artist Zac M. Knudson has been dazzling visitors at fairs around the world and shaking up the art scene for over 15 years. His latest project lands at Oliver Cole Gallery. The exhibition, “You Can’t Eat Money”, will feature an interactive experience centered around pieces from the artist’s poignant Bees Die We Die and Petty Cash series.
This cogent and provocative exhibition is the biggest undertaking for the South Florida native to date and will include interactive, site specific installations, as well as art pieces never before seen by the public. In his work, Knudson captures the zeitgeist of modern culture; our collective obsession with excess, convenience at the expense of the environment, and preoccupation with money… Just to name a few. All of these themes are executed with the intention to poke fun at the undeniable mess we as humans have found ourselves in.”
Wall Street International
HERE ARE THE GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS OF ART WYNWOOD 2019
“Oliver Cole Gallery is a contemporary gallery based in Miami that features Modern, Street and Pop Art. The gallery showcased a well curated and stunning showcase of notable artists including French artist Ceve’ who specializes in animal sculpture in a style that is recognized for its pureness of the line and soft smooth silver. Ceve’ focuses on the timeless affection for the Teddy Bear and creates sculptures which move the viewer.”
Lisa Morales Widewalls Editorial
ART BOCA RATON: FIVE GALLERIES NOT TO MISS
Oliver Cole Gallery This cavernous space in Miami’s Wynwood district is a prime destination for contemporary, modern, Pop and street art. It’s home to the Basquiat-style primitivism of Niclas Castello, the graffitied pop-culture vibrancy of The Producer BDB, the cinematic dreamscapes of photographer David Drebin (pictured), and Los Angeles sculptural provocateur Christopher Schulz.
John Thomason Boca Mag
WE’VE GOT THE SCOOP ON WYNWOOD’S MOST UNIQUE GALLERIES
“Oliver Cole Gallery is a contemporary, modern, pop and street art gallery in Miami. Featuring over 50 multicultural artists - both established and rising stars - there’s so much to love about this spot.We recommend checking out their newest activation room by artists DetroitWick and Black Crow Studios who are transforming pieces of buy back guns into Lucite art and photography. Proceeds from sales go to the Caliber Foundation, which is a non-profit supporting victims, families, and communities affected by illegal gun violence.”