Myra Wexler & Seth Browarnik at The Men’s Event at Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour on March 31, 2016

Miami, FL – October 15, 2020 – One of Miami’s most prominent art mavens, Myra Wexler, has sadly passed away. Myra was an influential figure in the Wynwood art scene since its fledgling days and was known affectionately as “Yo Momma” among friends and fans alike. In 2006, she began making collages and immersing herself in the local art scene. In late 2009, she began writing an art column for SocialMiami and hosting gatherings known as Jammin’ at Joey’s in Wynwood. Eventually, these events evolved in to Musings with Myra, a monthly networking get-together at Wynwood Kitchen & Bar for creative types.

Wexler made a name for herself in the industry over two decades and cemented her legacy as one of Miami’s most unique and bold personalities. She inspired and supported many local artists and played a crucial role in the development of Miami’s local art scene, specifically street art.

World Red Eye is honoring her memory by looking back on some of the best moments over the year.

Source: Sun Sentinel & Miami New Times

Cathy Leff & Myra Wexler at Bal Harbour Art Night on February 8, 2012

Myra Wexler & Iran Issa Khan at Bal Harbour Art Night on February 8, 2012

Antonio Guerrero & Myra Wexler at Planting Art Roots in Miami at Adrienne Arsht Center on September 20, 2013

Myra Wexler, Lydia Martin, & Claire Breukel at Planting Art Roots in Miami at Adrienne Arsht Center on September 20, 2013

Myra Wexler, Stacy, Andreas, & Sophia Conde at Art Talk at the Sagamore on November 21, 2013

Steven D Morse & Myra Wexler at Pork Belly Times: Art With a View VIP Opening on June 27, 2014

Lee Cohen Hare, Myra Wexler, & Sydney Carpel at YoungArts Member’s Preview of Junctures Featuring Hernan Bas on October 1, 2014

Myra Wexler & Carl Hildebrand at YoungArts Member’s Preview of Junctures Featuring Hernan Bas on October 1, 2014

Clarissa Dalrymple, Michele Maccarone, & Myra Wexler at Ryan Sullivan Exhibit at ICA Miami on April 16, 2015

Ryan Sullivan & Myra Wexler at Ryan Sullivan Exhibit at ICA Miami on April 16, 2015

Anthony Spinello & Myra Wexler at Spinello Projects Locals Only Preview of “Full Moon” 10th Anniversary Exhibition & Littlest Sister Art Fair on November 25, 2015

Anthony Spinello & Myra Wexler at Spinello Projects Locals Only Preview of “Full Moon” 10th Anniversary Exhibition & Littlest Sister Art Fair on November 25, 2015

Myra Wexler & Seth Browarnik at The Men’s Event at Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour on March 31, 2016

Rick Dacey, Leslie Lott, & Myra Wexler at Miami Rail 2016 Prom FunRaiser on May 14, 2016

David Vance, Myra Wexler, & Kyle Plyler at The Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU Presents “Irene Williams: The Queen of Lincoln Road” on July 13, 2017

Astrid Cohen, Liana Perez, George Neary, Myra Wexler, & Michael Hughes at The Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU Presents “Irene Williams: The Queen of Lincoln Road” on July 13, 2017