Untitled Art, Miami Beach 2025: A Curatorial Vision Across Borders
Whitewall | Erica Silverman | November, 24th, 2025
Ph: The55Project
For its 14th edition, Untitled Art, Miami Beach returns to the sands of South Beach from December 3–7, with a VIP and press preview on December 2. Known for its distinctive beachside pavilion designed by Keenen/Riley, the fair continues to push boundaries with innovative programming and a strong focus on discovery.
This year brings 157 exhibitors from 29 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide, reinforcing the fair's global reach and commitment to curatorial experimentation. A new Guest Curators program introduces Petra Cortright, Allison Glenn, and Jonny Tanna, each bringing fresh perspectives to shape the fair's sectors. Cortright debuts the Artist Spotlight sector, dedicated to solo presentations with a strong emphasis on digital culture and outsider practices, while Glenn leads Special Projects, activating site-specific installations inspired by Miami Beach's coastal setting. Tanna reinvigorates the fair's Nest sector, now expanded to include 36 first-time participants and a dedicated section for non-profit organizations.
Exhibitors span a mix of returning favorites — like Carl Freedman Gallery, CURRO, and Stems Gallery — and exciting newcomers including Harper's (New York), Gene Gallery (Shanghai), Soho Revue (London), and Swivel Gallery (New York). The Nest sector continues to champion first-time participants such as Cierra Britton Gallery (New York), Bolanle Contemporary (London), and Sorondo Projects (Barcelona). Meanwhile, the non-profit arm highlights Aperture (New York), Dimensions Variable (Miami), and the New World School of Arts.
With its dynamic mix of sectors, forward-thinking curatorial leadership, and beachfront setting, Untitled Art 2025 promises a vibrant edition that not only showcases emerging talent but also redefines what an art fair can achieve.
Expanding Horizons: A Curatorial Collaboration
The 14th edition of Untitled Art, Miami Beach, marks an evolution in the fair's mission to champion inclusivity and experimentation within the art world. Under the leadership of Founder Jeffrey Lawson and Executive Director Clara Andrade Pereira, the fair strengthens its collaborative model with Guest Curators Petra Cortright, Allison Glenn, and Jonny Tanna. Together, they cultivate a curatorial framework that brings together digital culture, site-specific installation, and community-driven experimentation. Their appointment underscores Untitled Art's identity as a platform driven by ideas rather than market convention, transforming its sectors into distinct curatorial ecosystems.
Artist Spotlight: Digital Realities and Outsider Practices
Curated by interdisciplinary artist Petra Cortright, the inaugural Artist Spotlight sector foregrounds solo presentations that merge the digital and material realms. Highlights include Sho Shibuya with Bienvenu Steinberg & C (New York), Kelvin Haizel with Gallery 1957 (Accra), and Eetu Sihvonen with Marc Bibiloni (Madrid). Cortright's selection invites visitors to consider the aesthetics of online existence — screens, avatars, and self-generated worlds — as vital subjects of contemporary art.
Water as Concept and Connector
Allison Glenn's Special Projects sector takes inspiration from Miami's coastal geography, exploring water as both material and metaphor. Glenn — Artistic Director of The Shepherd in Detroit and Curator of the 2026 Toronto Biennial — invites artists to engage with water's physical and conceptual forms, from oceanic networks to climate resilience. This approach situates the fair within broader conversations on ecology and cultural sustainability.
A New Nest of Discovery
Jonny Tanna's reimagined Nest sector, presented in collaboration with Harlesden High Street, amplifies POC-led and experimental galleries, removing traditional barriers to entry. The expanded section includes 36 participants such as A-Lounge Contemporary (Seoul), Hidrante (San Juan), and John Doe Gallery (Los Angeles), alongside nonprofit organizations like Aperture (New York) and The55Project Art Foundation (Miami).
Beyond Miami: A Growing Ecosystem
As Untitled Art debuted its first Houston edition in September 2025, it extends its reach beyond Miami Beach, creating a year-round network of exhibitions, educational programming, and the Untitled Edit series. With initiatives focused on sustainability, accessibility, and critical engagement, the fair continues to redefine how global audiences encounter contemporary art.
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