Reflecting on her first edition as director, Bridget Finn shared, "It was an ecstatic feeling to finally open the doors of our show to visitors."

Art Basel Miami Beach united creatives, art enthusiasts, celebrities, musicians, and more — here's what it was like attending this year's event.

Business is not brisk at Art Basel Miami Beach this year, and the seller of a $27 million Gerhard Richter may be willing to take a loss.

Art Basel is more than just an art show, it's an economic powerhouse, generating an estimated $500 million in local impact.

At this year's edition, collectors and celebrities snapped up art and design—and partied into the night. Here are the standout moments, from art to design.

Chiquita Banana brings free bananas—and a really cool bag—to Art Basel Miami Beach, capitalizing on Sotheby's $6.2 million banana artwork.

Lucy Sparrow is a U.K.-based artist known for her work recreating every day items out of felt fabric with little smiley faces. At last year’s Scope Art Show in Miami Beach, Sparrow turned her booth into an entirely felt—and adorable—delicatessen and bagel shop.

Sinan Tuna, Turkish entrepreneur and CEO of Farmasi threw the Art Basel party of the year and the guest list was as exclusive as it gets. Hosted at his $30 million Hibiscus Island home, the star-studded event featured electric performances by PAWSA and Kaz James and additional entertainment by DJ Zack Bia and DJ Cruz.