Week of July 28, 2011
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| ART Thursday 7/28 LUXURY LINERSThe Wolfsonian-Florida International University presents "Class Distinctions: Selections from the Laurence Miller Collection." The display of items examine class separations on ocean liners before World War II. On view through September. 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Details: www.wolfsonian.org. TRIBAL MASKS "Arte y Ritual/Tribal Art from Africa" opens with masks from sub-Saharan Africa of different types, styles, sizes and materials. Carved-wood vertical masks are displayed along with helmet masks and crest masks. Ends Sept. 12. Noon-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Cremata Gallery, 1646 SW Eighth St., Miami. Details: (305) 644-3315 or lourdes@crematagallery.com or www.crematagallery.com. "LA HABANA" Cuban-born Victoria Montoro's photography exhibit "La Habana" reveals how the buildings in Havana, much like her memories, have endured. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ends Aug. 12. Jorge M. Perez Architecture Center, 1215 Dickinson Drive, Korach Gallery, Coral Gables. Free. Details: (305) 284-3731 or www.arc.miami.edu/events. CRAFTED PUFFS "Tribute to Japanese Splendor: The Art of the Temari" explores the ancient Japanese tradition of creating artful embroidered balls. Artist Sharon Thieman's modern takes on temari are showcased. Ends Aug. 14. The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University, 10975 SW 17th St., Tamiami. Details: (305) 348-2890 or http://thefrost.fiu.edu. AT WAR The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum presents "Rise of an Empire: Scenes of the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-95." Features 20 woodblock print triptychs depicting the battles. Ends Aug. 14. The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University, 10975 SW 17th St., Tamiami. Details: (305) 348-2890 or http://thefrost.fiu.edu. LIFE-CYCLE STUDY The Miami Art Museum presents "Rivane Neuenschwander: A Day Like Any Other." The exhibit is the "first mid-career survey" the Brazilian artist's work, including paintings, film, installations and sculptures. Ms. Neuenschwander's pieces are inspired by perception, nature, time and life cycles. Ends Oct. 16. Miami Art Museum, 101 W Flagler St., Miami. Details: (305) 375-3000 or www.miamiartmuseum.org. EVERYDAY SCENES Thirty images by American photographer Frank Paulin are showcased in "Frank Paulin American Documentarian." Includes black-and-white photographs depicting fleeting moments of the 1950s. Mr. Paulin is known for capturing the art and poetry of everyday moments against otherwise gritty backdrops. Ends Sept. 25. Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami, 1301 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables. $5-$10. Details: (305) 284-3535 or www.lowemuseum.org.
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