Miami Beach is making a strong push to further its reputation in the global art community. The city commission recently approved the implementation and design of a giant marble slab (see photo above) in South Pointe Park, by artist Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle. The marble slab itself will be designed to imitate an iceberg. Ironic? Yes. A big white canvas for thugs to spray paint on? Also, a resounding yes. We image the arctic artwork featuring the latest 305 tagging as well as several “(some dumbass) was here…” inscription; which is exactly what the Miami Beach officials sought to avoid. However, the new attempts of displaying prominent works of public art will do little for Miami Beach resident/artist/designer Marc Ecko who wishes to be able to display his artistic graffiti on the walls of his area home (From Critical Miami.)
While giant arctic rocks have won recent board approval, the Art in Public Places committee is beginning its’ search for artists to paint over the city sewer manhole covers. We somehow get the idea that placing art in the middle of the busiest area streets isn’t the brightest idea, seeing that a few curious (and oblivious) souls will venture out in traffic to catch a glimpse of the designs.
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