The Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary (PBM+C) 2024, presented by Art Miami, marked its seventh edition with a flourish of artistic splendor from March 21 to March 24, 2024, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. This prestigious event, known for being South Florida’s leading winter art fair, opened with an exclusive, invitation-only VIP Preview benefiting the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, underscoring its commitment to both the arts and community initiatives.
PBM+C has established itself as an unmissable event for serious collectors, curators, museum directors, and interior designers, offering an intimate glimpse into the most significant works available for acquisition across a broad spectrum of art periods, including contemporary, modern, classical modern, post-war, and pop eras. The fair's reputation for excellence draws a discerning and ever-expanding audience of high net worth individuals, particularly during the height of the South Florida season. With 70 internationally respected galleries showcasing their artists, the fair provides a world-class venue for the confluence of art and collectors.
In conjunction with the world-renowned Palm Beach International Boat Show, which features an impressive array of yachts and nautical accessories along the waterfront of Downtown West Palm Beach, PBM+C offered attendees a rich tapestry of cultural and leisure experiences. The synergy between these events highlights Palm Beach's unique position as a nexus of luxury, art, and lifestyle.
The 2024 edition featured a wide range of artworks from galleries such as Ai Bo Gallery, presenting works by artists including Patrizia Casagranda, Casper Faassen, and Lee Song Joon, among others. Their offerings spanned a variety of mediums and styles, from abstract geometric sculptures to mixed media paintings, reflecting the diversity and vibrancy of the contemporary art scene.
Additionally, The Palm Beach Art Collection, showcased at booth #B7, brought a selection of works by artists like Erin Hanson, known for her vibrant landscapes, and Clemente, offering pieces that range from the figurative to the abstract. Noteworthy pieces included Hanson's "Iris Garden" and "Blooming Boughs," as well as Clemente's "Danse de la Libellule" and "Spring Is In The Air," alongside works by modern masters such as Pablo Picasso and Yaacov Agam, further emphasizing the fair's blend of contemporary and classical art.
The Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary 2024 exemplified the dynamic interplay between historical significance and contemporary innovation, solidifying its status as a pivotal event in the international art calendar and a key destination for the art-loving elite.
For more detailed information, visit the official websites of Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary and Artsy.
