SCOPE Miami Beach 2018: Programming
THE NEW CONTEMPORARY WITH GUEST CURATORS HI-FRUCTOSE
SCOPE Miami Beach deepens its ties with the New Contemporary and Street Art genres by celebrating HI-FRUCTOSE’s 14th year in publication. The publication will be transforming the SCOPE tent with ambitious projects curated by the legendary publication, featuring artists Okuda, HOTTEA, and AJ Fosik alongside exemplary VIP Programming, immersive Special Projects, compelling brand integrations and a dynamic array of Museum and Cultural Partners.
Complementing these museum quality installations, SCOPE is enlisting founding New Contemporary member Andrew Hosner to assemble a focused Exhibitor Program of the most influential galleries in this genre.
YOUNG THUG AS PAINTINGS
Netherlands-based artist Hajar Benjida’s project “Young Thug as Paintings” pays homage to the cultural capital of Jeffery Lamar Williams, better known as Young Thug, one of the most influential musical artists of this generation by juxtaposing him with some of history's most revered works of art. Originally a school assignment that soon became a viral sensation thanks to Instagram, the comparison of parallel imagery resonates not only with his musical fans, but with art lovers alike. In partnership with Young Thug and Hajar Benjida, SCOPE is happy to present an iteration of this memetic. Layered prints, literally and conceptually, work to contextualize the importance of pop culture while simultaneously critiquing art historical norms by negotiating the canon of fine art. Supported by Young Stoner Life Records and 300 Entertainment, with production by KRISTIANKIRK.
PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Amidst praise from collectors, SCOPE will continue its dynamic VIP Programming with an exclusive series of talks and events in partnership with prestigious publications and institutions.
When Deals Turn Digital - New Technologies, Banking, and the Future of the Art MarketFriday | Dec. 07 | By Invitation Only
The New ContemporarySaturday | Dec. 08 | By Invitation Only
From Mixtapes to MasterpiecesSunday | Dec. 09 | By Invitation Only
SUPERCHIEF LOUNGE
Superchief Gallery is an independent artist-run space with permanent large scale warehouse galleries in New York, Los Angeles and Miami. Encompassing a broad scope of contemporary art, Superchief presents work in realms of Illustration, Painting, Sculpture, Performance, Installation, Animation, Photography & Digital Art. As a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary platform, Superchief is an extension of the cultural landscape in its most raw and honest form. This year, they will be curating our VIP lounge, bringing a larger than life demon head installation at the heart of the fair, creating a one of a kind VIP experience.
