AfriKin Art Fair – Miami’s Contemporary African Art Fair
- Miami Living Team
- Oct 23, 2024
- 3 min read
This December, the vibrant city of Miami will host the much-anticipated AfriKin Art Fair, a groundbreaking celebration of African and African Diaspora art. Running from December 1st to December 8th during Miami Art Week, this year’s fair is themed “Threads of Life in Fragments of Time.” It promises to be a profound exploration of art's vital role in sustainable development, championing the Black world and uniting artists from over 33 countries as it unveils this powerful narrative.
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Threads of Life in Fragments of Time
At its core, the AfriKin Art Fair aims to weave art into the global sustainability dialogue, emphasizing the interconnectedness of humanity and the environment. The featured works will encompass a diverse array of mediums—including visual art, digital installations, photography, and performance art—all aimed at examining pressing issues such as climate change, displacement, and community regeneration. This year's fair will particularly spotlight how African contemporary art can reflect and address these urgent global challenges.
Boitshepo Maraamele
One of the standout features of the fair will be the immersive climate change installation, “Submerged Sentience.” This centerpiece combines photography, film, and reenactments to create an interactive experience that compels viewers to confront issues like water scarcity and rising sea levels. As AfriKin curator Alfonso Brooks aptly states, “The AfriKin Art Fair serves as a critical platform where art and sustainability converge, encouraging us to rethink our relationship with the planet.” Through this powerful medium, art transforms into a call for global solidarity and collective action.
Alongside “Submerged Sentience,” visitors can expect to encounter installations that delve into African ecosystems, and poetic narratives illustrating the connection between environmental destruction and cultural erosion. This fair invites guests to introspect on their place within the intricate web of life, urging them to consider the impact of their actions on the world around them.
The Fair will also include a series of artist talks focused on themes of inclusivity and the transcendent power of art. A global fashion runway will showcase diverse designers, further enriching the cultural tapestry of the event. Notably, the fair will honor Miami-Dade First Responders in a special tribute, “AfriKin: Guardians of Time: An Evening of Art and Honor”.
As the world faces escalating environmental and social crises, the AfriKin Art Fair 2024 serves not only as a celebration of art but also as a resounding call to action. It invites attendees to engage with art that transcends boundaries and challenges perceptions, reaffirming AfriKin’s mission to use art as a catalyst for social change and environmental awareness.
Meditations by Eugenia Barrionuevo
Fair Details
Program:
Sunday, December 1st | 6 pm - 9 pm -Vernissage – All-White VIP Opening & Preview
Public Days: December 2 - 8, 11 am - 7 pm
Thursday, December 5th | 7 pm – 9 pm - AfriKin Screening - Ready To Be A Warrior: A film about Betye Saar that documents her incredible journey as a creator, teacher, activist, mother and Black woman in America
Friday, December 6th | 7 pm - 9 pm - AfriKin Guardians of Time: An evening of art and honor dedicated to the first responders of Miami-Dade County.
Saturday, December 7th | 7 pm – 9 pm - AfriKin Artist Talk – Familiar
Strangers: A panel discussion on the role of art and culture in sustainable development.
Sunday, December 8th | 7 pm – 9 pm - AfriKin Fashion Runway – Weave of Wonders - From Heritage to Horizon: A global runway show blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.
Location:
Maison AfriKin, Scott Galvin Community Center, 1600 NE 126th Street, North Miami, FL 33181
Tickets online at: afrikin.art
