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Join The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery on opening reception night for an evening of art, conversation, and exploration. Presenting two new art exhibitions titled, “Adventum Floridana: Witnessing the Layers of a Vanishing Horizon” and “Of Seeing and Being: Giannina Dwin and Tony Fernandez” on Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Frank, located at 601 City Center Way. Light refreshments will be served.
Adventum Floridana | by Andrés Cabrera-Garcia
This evocative exhibition examines the fragile beauty of South Florida’s landscapes in a state of flux, offering viewers an opportunity to engage with the region’s shifting horizons.
Cabrera-Garcia’s practice captures the tensions between nature and human intervention, translating ephemeral moments of light, texture, and urban transformation into dynamic visual narratives. His expressive brushstrokes evoke the sensory experience of South Florida—dense humidity, fading light, and the ever-present hum of development—immersing viewers in the visceral realities of a landscape in transition.
Curated by Sophie Bonet, Chief Curator, The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery
Of Seeing and Being | by Giannina Dwin and Tony Fernandez
Part of the Deering Estate at The Frank program, this exhibition features the compelling works of Deering Estate Artists-in-Residence Giannina Dwin and Tony Fernandez, who explore themes of presence, absence, and the interplay between the visible and hidden.
Giannina Dwin’s ethereal salt installations, ceramic sculptures, and delicate representations of the female form delve into questions of temporality, identity, and transformation. Tony Fernandez’s abstract photographs of the Deering Estate’s natural landscapes blur the boundaries between documentation and poetic expression, offering fresh perspectives on the natural world. Complementing their work, two exclusive short films created by fellow Artist-in-Residence Jorge Gonzalez Graupera deepen the viewer’s connection to these themes.
Curated by Liliam Dominguez, Head Curator and Museum and Collections Manager at Deering Estate
Deering Estate AT The Frank
The Deering Estate AT The Frank program consists of a joint venture with other cultural institutions to showcase Deering Estate Artists-in-Residence (AIRs) outside the Estate. It aims to enhance each institution’s reach and resources to achieve a common goal: expanding the artists’ cultural reach by making diverse artistic expressions accessible to a broader audience. The program fosters creative synergy and community connections through art exhibitions, cultural performances, and dynamic programming. The Deering Estate AT The Frank program exemplifies the Estate’s commitment to supporting current and past AIRs and elevating their practice at every stage of their careers while honoring the spirit of innovation and discovery that the Deering Estate inspires and underscoring the importance of alliances that bridge institutional boundaries.
The Deering Estate announces the launch of Deering Estate AT The Frank, an inspiring collaboration with The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery and Exhibit Hall. This special program features the work of Deering Estate Artists-in-Residence Tony Fernandez and Giannina Dwin, presented in The Frank’s gallery spaces during Spring 2025. Enhancing the exhibition are two short films, created exclusively for the artists by fellow Artist-in-Residence Jorge Gonzalez Graupera.
This partnership brings together the resources, expertise, and audiences of both institutions, creating an inspiring platform for artistic growth and community engagement. Deering Estate AT The Frank is more than an exhibit—it’s a shared vision that deepens the public connection to contemporary art and opens new pathways for artists to reach and inspire diverse audiences.
About Deering Estate
Deering Estate, located at 16701 SW 72 Ave. in Miami, is a 21st Century house museum, cultural and ecological field station, and a national landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, owned by the State of Florida and managed by Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. Deering Estate is designated as one of seven Miami-Dade County “Heritage Parks” which have a vital role in our community’s history, environment and in providing recreational and cultural experiences.
Cultural Arts Programming at the Deering Estate is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, and The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc.
About The Frank
The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery, named in honor of former Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis for his long-standing dedication to the cultural arts and affectionately known as ‘The Frank,’ is a contemporary art gallery that showcases inclusive multidisciplinary exhibitions. The gallery aims to foster connections, facilitate collaborations, and initiate cultural change.
Its exhibition and learning space acts as a hub for artists, performers, thought leaders and community members to come together. For more information: visit www.TheFrankGallery.org or contact TheFrank@ppines.com.
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