Melissa Hunter Davis is the editor-in-chief and publisher of Sugarcane Magazine, a national arts publication focusing on Black creativity. In conversation with Commissioner, Melissa shares her thoughts on telling the stories of Black artists in Miami and her latest guide for navigating Basel.
Read MoreWith so many events and exhibitions during Miami Art Week, deciding which ones to attend can be overwhelming. Here are some tips to help you navigate and curate a great experience.
Read MoreDr. Donette Francis, director of the Center of Global Black Studies at the University of Miami, shares her thoughts about Black arts advocacy as carework and how to begin from a world of Black aliveness.
Read MoreMade with ink and gouache on watercolor paper, Beatriz Monteavaro’s commission was at first inspired by the mythological merchant ship Demeter, which set sail from Carpathia to London to deliver a cargo of 50 unmarked wooden crates only to have Dracula show up… But then, things changed. Relive the reveal in photos.
Read MoreWe’re thrilled to share that GeoVanna Gonzalez’s PLAY, LAY, AYE: ACT 6, an installation performance, will take place as an all-new iteration on Friday, December 8 at 5 PM at Untitled Art on the open sands of Miami Beach.
Read MoreCommissioned artists such as Michele Oka Doner, Lisa Leone, Anastasia Samoylova, and Philip Smith have fueled our passion for artful books. Here are four artist-author recs for this year’s Miami Book Fair.
Read MoreBeatriz Monteavaro is the first commissioned artist of Season Six. Go 20,000 leagues deep in this video about sea monsters, horror, fantasy, and what these stories say about humanity.
Read MoreOne sunny afternoon, we gathered under the majestic trees at Collins Park for a mind-mapping workshop with artist Carola Bravo. Relive Season Six orientation in photos.
Read MoreTo make sure you get the most from your membership, here’s a recording of our virtual orientation that took place on October 23, 2023. It covers everything from how Commissioner got started, to how the program works, and what you can expect this season
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