Art In The Palm Beaches

The Palm Beaches are your one-stop shop for great food and art by way of photography, street murals and captivating sculptures.  One of the first stops that is sure to captivate you is the Palm Beach Photographic Centre adjacent to the Mandel Palm Beach Library on Clematis Street. It showcases a variety of prints from local and international photographers. Find works from incredible South Florida artists on display at The Palm Beach Photographic Centre year-round. The center is located at 415 Clematis Street and is open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

World-renowned Brazilian muralist Eduardo Kobra has a street mural on Clematis Street next to Kapow! Noodle Bar at 519 Clematis Street. His work is recognized for its bright colors. His West Palm Beach piece is a hidden gem, featuring a colorful, jean-shorts wearing Albert Einstein.

Delray Beach, located in the Southern portion of Palm Beach County is home to Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. This popular spot is a favorite for people who enjoy Japanese culture and refreshing walks through nature. There are exhibits all throughout the year that showcase Japanese culture and artists. Find this and much more at 4000 Morikami Park Road in Delray Beach. It’s open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; admission costs $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and $9 for children.

You’ll find several more interesting pieces of art in South Palm Beach County at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton, which has tunnels to the beach adorned with murals from various artists. One of the most interesting pieces, at the Northeast Tunnel leading to the beach, is from visual street artist Ivan Roque. The mural is inspired by the local community and the ocean and features bougainvillea and sea life. Roque is an artist from Miami whose work has been exhibited in different galleries including the Coral Springs Museum of Art.