Behar, Elaine Defibaugh, Giannina Dwin, Tony Fernandez, and Gustavo Matamoros in conversation, sharing insights into their practices, inspirations, and the themes shaping the exhibition, followed by an open Q&A

Marmoris, from the Latin word for marble, evokes both the classical weight of artistic legacy and the enduring textures of time and transformation. This exhibition draws from the Deering Estate’s Artist-in-Residence (AIR) archive, presenting a curated selection of works that reflect the depth and diversity of artistic inquiry fostered on-site over the past two decades. This second iteration expands the original framework to include works by current residents, alongside new projects developed by past participants. “Marmoris 2” will be on view through May 23.
This archival selection underscores the AIR program’s long-standing commitment to process-based exploration and place-based creation. “Marmoris 2” invites viewers to consider how artistic practices preserve, question, and reshape collective memory by revisiting pivotal works and moments from the residency’s legacy. The exhibition stands as both a reflective monument and a living platform for future inquiry, where what has been carved endures, and what is ephemeral becomes part of an ever-evolving artistic topography.
About Deering Estate: Deering Estate, located at 16701 SW 72 Ave. in Miami, is a 21st Century house museum, cultural and ecological field station, and a national landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, owned by the State of Florida and managed by Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. Deering Estate is designated as one of seven Miami-Dade County “Heritage Parks” which have a vital role in our community’s history, environment and in providing recreational and cultural experiences