Miami's Art Boom

Discover the story of how Miami became the world’s hottest art destination! Dive into Miami’s Art Boom, a vibrant and captivating journey through the city’s transformation from a local art community to an international creative powerhouse. Written by award-winning art critic Elisa Turner, this book brings together more than 100 of her most compelling profiles, reviews, and stories that chronicle Miami’s artistic evolution before and after the groundbreaking arrival of Art Basel Miami Beach in 2002.

Experience the energy and vision of the artists, curators, and cultural pioneers who reimagined what Miami could be — from José Bedia and Carlos Betancourt to María Brito, Eugenia Vargas-Pereira, and many more. Their voices, intertwined with the city’s pulse, reveal how passion, diversity, and fearless creativity built a thriving global art hub. Structured in four engaging sections and anchored by a richly contextual introduction, Miami’s Art Boom paints a vivid picture of the city’s rise to international prominence — a story of transformation, collaboration, and cultural revolution.

More than a history, this book is a celebration of Miami’s artistic spirit — a love letter to the dreamers, risk-takers, and innovators who made it all happen. Perfect for art lovers, students, and anyone inspired by the unstoppable power of creativity.

Step into the movement. Feel the energy. Experience Miami’s Art Boom.

Details 

• Paperback with flaps 
• 342 pages with 40 color illustrations 
• Dimension: 9in x 7.3in