In the constellation of American fairs, Art Basel Miami Beach stands alone for its sheer star power and breadth. There’s gravitational pull like no other event: major artists, celebrities and collectors descend upon the Miami Beach Convention Center for an invite-only preview experience of an encyclopedia of artworks. From 20th-century masters like Lucio Fontana and Louise Bourgeois, to 21st-century standard-bearers like Ai Weiwei, Lynda Benglis and Urs Fischer, to contemporary geniuses like Jacqueline Humphries, Jeffrey Gibson and Titus Kaphar, it is an unparalleled opportunity to absorb the most important artists of the age.
But Basel is also famous for showcasing talents on the rise, painters and sculptors the world’s leading museums will be surveying tomorrow. This year’s edition is no exception. Herewith, discover the artists of the future at Art Basel Miami Beach 2021.