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MIAMI LIVING 133 ML SELECTS Steve Martin Studio Words by Marla E. Schwartz No, not Steve Martin, "the wild and crazy guy," but the owner of the Steve Martin Studio that proudly displays an array of contemporary fine art appealing to a wide variety of tastes. Born in rural Tioga, Louisiana, Martin was encouraged by his parents to develop his artistic talents. His work frequently shows at respected galleries across the country and is represented in more than 1,000 corporate, private, and museum collections throughout the world. His gallery is devoted to the works of more than 15 internationally acclaimed artists, as well as his own creations. Fodor's approves, calling his gallery a "must see experience." If you're around for a second Saturday gallery walk in the Design District, by all means, stop by. And if you happen to find yourself strolling New Orleans, his other gallery is at 604 Julia St. "Today we're under a visual assault from all sorts of disturbing images. I feel that art should uplift the soul and elevate the spirit," Martin said. The gallery is located at located at 66 NE 40th street, Miami. Contact Martin at: www.stevemartinfineart.com; email: stevemartinfineart @yahoo.com; or phone: (305) 576-9221. ML PICK art FROST MUSEUM OF ART Florida International University 11200 SW 8 St. PC 110 | Miami (305) 348-2890 | fiu.edu/~museum FIU's dynamic art museum features a permanent collection of Haitian and Brazilian folk art, William Gottleib photos, and works by the Abstract Expressionist, Robert Motherwell. The museum also gives exhibitions by the Smithsonian and highlights the works of students and faculty. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 10am to 5pm Wednesday: 10am to 9pm Saturday and Sunday: 12 pm to 4pm VENUE TYPE DESCRIPTION INFO Museum JEWISH MUSEUM FLORIDA 301 Washington Ave. | Miami Beach (305) 672-5044 | jewishmuseum.com In the late 1930's this beautiful synagogue originally held the first Jewish congregation in Miami Beach. Now, it's home to the collections and research center of the Jewish Museum. "Mosaic" a permanent exhibit here, looks at Jewish life in Florida from 1763 to the present. Tuesday to Sunday: 10am to 5pm. Fee: $6. Free admission on Saturdays. Museum HARDCORE ART CONTEMPORARY SPACE 3326 N. Miami Ave. | Miami (305) 576-1645 Gallery LEONARD TACHMES GALLERY 3930 NW 2 Ave. | Miami (305) 572-9015 This private and corporate arts dealer opened in 2001. The Wynwood gallery represents multidisciplinary, contemporary artists and has displayed work by Matt Rush, whose paintings are inspired by videogames, and Victor Muniz, who in addition to authoring a Converse billboard in Miami, produces drawings and murals influenced by graffiti, comics, Pop Art and Sixties counterculture. Tuesday-Saturday: 1pm to 5pm, or by appointment. Gallery LOWE ART MUSEUM 1301 Stanford Sr. | Coral Gables (305) 284-3535 | miami.edu/lowe The University of Miami's Art and Culture Museum features over 12,000 painting and objects that span over 5,000 years. Boasting a collection of Greco-Roman antiquities, the Kress Collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque art, a number of pre-Columbian works and 17th to 20th century art of the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10am to 5pm. Thursday: 12 pm to 7pm Sunday: 12pm to 5pm Adults: $7 Students and Seniors: $5 Art Museum LOCUST PROJECTS 105 NW 23 St. | Miami (305) 576-8570 | locustprojects.org This alternative exhibition space is one of the original art spaces on Wynwood's popular NW 23rd Street. Situated among The Fredric Snitzer Gallery, World Class Boxing's galleries and a plethora of artist's studios, Locust Projects mainly displays experimental art by emerging artists like LA provocateur, Eric Welsey. Art Gallery MARINA KESSLER GALLERY 2628 NW 2 Ave. | Miami (305) 527-7029 | Marinakessler.com Helping young artists launch their careers is the goal and exhibition theme of this Wynwood gallery. You'll find emerging contemporary and mid-career artists like Ramiro Ramirez and Hugo Tillman. Other mediums include paintings, photographs, video, and installations, most of which have a personal and confrontational subject matter, inspiration or message. Saturdays: 12 pm to 6pm. Free admission. Gallery Founded on a principle "art toward a new activism" by curator Jerome Sans, the entire 6,250 square-foot space commemorates risk-takers and social thinkers who make religious and political statements through their art. Call for Appointment. Friday-Saturday: 1pm to 5pm Art Galleries & Museums