Sid Daniels based in Miami Beach, Florida, is known for his evocative and innovative works on canvas and paper. Trained in fine arts at the Ontario College of Art (1970–1974), his art explores nostalgia through architectural forms, theater, and fashion. He merges Art Deco with Mid-Century design, evident in his hard-edge paintings, structural drawings, and mixed media works on paper that evoke emotionally engaging compositions. 

Upon moving from Toronto, Canada to New York City in 1978, he began a new series of large-scale works on canvas depicting over-the-top flamboyant, and very stylized women wearing hats and always with high heels, that became a trademark to his style, which he coined “Latin Deco.”  The Disco Era was the catalyst that inspired his new work during this time between 1978 through 1986, with his interpretations of the glamour of 1940s MGM movie musicals and the choreography of Busby Berkeley and of course, Carmen Miranda.  Commercial successes included the ANN TAYLOR shopping bag design, custom designed artwork created exclusively for FIORUCCI on East 59th Street for visual merchandising in the store, and original art celebrating the 1984 summer Olympics that  the Chicago Marshall Field Dept. storeexhibited in their windows. During the 1990s Sid Daniels collaborated with  DIFFA (THE DESIGN INDUSTRIES FOUNDATION FIGHTING AIDS), and ABSOLUT VODKA, and In 1990, Landmark Calendars published his "BRAZILIAN FOLLIES” calendar.  He designed album cover artwork  for CBS, JVC, ARISTA, and CBS INTERNATIONAL records for Nat King Cole, Special EFX, and Larry Elgart and His New Hollywood Band.   Daniels collaborated with major hotels and nightclubs, designing murals and original art for the “LasParas”restaurant in Yokohama, Japan, the HOLIDAY INN, Mt. Kisco, NY, the CROWN PLAZA HOTEL, BLOOMINGDALE’S, MACY’S, and ZANZIBAR nightclub.  Most noteworthy is his “LA MODE”  painting that is  featured in the 1982 film “TOOTSIE”.   Daniels relocated to Miami Beach in 1997, gaining recognition for public art projects like FLAMINGOS ON THE BEACH in 2001, the MIAMI BEACH FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS poster in 2004, the KENTUCKY DERBY poster in 2003, artwork for theCARNIVAL CRUISE LINES, and the 1992 UNITED STATES BALLROOM CHAMPIONSHIPS poster.  His art was commissioned by NESCAFE COFFEE CANADA for their Brazilian coffee brand, in an national ad campaign advertised in subways, buses and magazine print ads throughout Canada. 

The period between 2013 through 2018 unleashed a new series of themed paintings, one is based on the UmbrellaTheme, which showcased his infatuation for detailed line, patterns and surface textures, followed by large scale mirrored image paintings of  Burlesque showgirls.  Then came the Labyrinth paintings which were geometric in character, resulting in works that looked playful and architectural.  The period between 2019 through the present takes the artist to a whole new direction, resurrecting his love for drawing and fashion, his Fashion Art Series are works on paper that captures the nostalgia of vintage fashion using a potpourri of mixed media, with paper.  And lastly, his Abstract Works on Paper are inventive experiments with mixed media, paper and collage techniques that resemble landscapes, seascapes and architectural structures.  Sid Daniels solo and group shows include the 
ArtLab Gallery at Scott Galvin Community Center Miami,ART BASEL, at AQUA ART Miami, SPECTRUM, the Sagamore Hotel, the Sol Gallery, the Dyansen Gallery,Art Expo NY, Bloomingdales, Macy’s, Studio 54,New Artists at Madison Square Gardens, The Botanical Gardens Miami Beach and  New Yorkers in Barcelona His work is published in Grand Image The Poster Collection,  THE BIG BOOK OF FASHION ILLUSTRATION(Anova Books), THE ART OF MICKEYMOUSE (Hyperion Books), and 101 SOUTHERN ARTISTS. He is featured and published in the AMERICAN ILLUSTRATION 442025 annual,  and BEAUTIFUL BIZARRE MAGAZINE    

Artist Statement | Sid Daniels is a Miami Beach artist whose work explores the language of fashion through a nostalgic yet modern lens.  Drawing from the vibrant aesthetics of 1930s–1950s fashion and the structural elegance of Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern design, Daniels creates theatrical compositions that captivate with drama and style. His richly detailed linework, bold color palettes, and mixed-media techniques on paper and canvas animate each piece with rhythmic flow and stylized glamour. Featuring models and performers, his work blurs the line between illustration and storytelling—hallmarks of his distinctive artistic voice.   Sid Daniels Contact Information:  Mobile:  (305)-673-4329   Email:  :siddaniels@mac.com Website: www.siddaniels.com    Instagram: www.instagram.com/siddanielsofficial

MARCO CARIDAD is a Venezuelan-American interdisciplinary artist based in Miami. His diverse and experimental fusion of mediums challenges stereotypes. He celebrates the complexity and diversity of human identities and feelings by exploring the intricate nuances of his experiences as an immigrant, queer, and a descendant of indigenous peoples. His artwork has shown his work in prestigious institutions such as the Wolfsonian-FIU Museum, the Miami Historic Post Office Museum, Centro de Bellas Artes de Maracaibo, DORCAM, the Miramar Cultural Center, the Koubek Center, and Miami International Fine Arts, among others. Caridad has authored three books: "San Stereotypes," "A Particularly Vicous Tongue," and co-wrote "Desarrolla Tu Creatividad con Ejercicios Teatrales." He holds a Master's in Arts from The Art Institutes, Miami International University of Art & Design, and a Bachelor's in Graphic Design from the University of Zulia. He has shared his expertise as an adjunct professor at the Istituto Marangoni and the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello. Caridad participated in artistic residencies at the ICA Art + Research Center, Loop Art Critique, and the Miami Paper & Printing Museum. He actively contributes to the local community as a FAMA (Fiber Artists Miami Association) board member while acting as the Artistic Director at Miami International Fine Arts. Marco has also worked on creative projects for notable entities, including Google, Hard Rock International, Lenny Kravitz, and Delta Airlines.

ARTIST STATEMENT As an interdisciplinary artist, I strive to push the boundaries and challenge traditional expectations of art by engaging directly with various mediums, including printmaking, painting, textile art, video performance, assemblage, installations, and murals. The intensified movement of gestural lines and organic stains are the common thread in my work, symbolizing passion, sensuality, and frustrations about social injustice. I confront the dichotomy between digital and analog art, juxtaposing them in both directions, all to forge new meanings and dismantle stereotypes surrounding artistic expression. Along my creative journey, my multifaceted identity often challenges conventional social norms as a metaphor for the complexity of human relationships and communications today. The visual textures in my work challenge the notion of "perfection" as I embrace my visceral instincts as an act of defiance against social expectations. In my work, I often create series where I repeat the same motif, subtly tweaking each time to reflect community. This approach symbolizes my celebration of diversity, akin to facing fears by exploring varied perspectives and experiences. I understand the importance of representation for minorities, and my experience with art installations and murals reflects my commitment to belonging and my desire for inclusivity.