Giant, brightly colored glass sculptures of crinkle fries, lollipops, and cheeseburgers are on display at the Lowe Art Museum. The 35 piece solo exhibit, "Order Up! The Pop Art of John Miller," contains oversized sculptures of food, drinks, and condiments, contextualized by 1950s diner fixtures and fittings.
Inspired by the pop art movement of the 1960s, as well as the artist’s own memories of visiting diners near his father’s motorcycle dealership, John Miller’s mouthwatering artwork is on view through Jan. 14, 2024. Plan your visit, which includes complimentary admission for the general public.
“It’s mostly about nostalgia about being transported somewhere in your past,” said Miller during a phone interview with Joseph B. Treaster, professor at the School of Communication. Read Treaster’s article about the exhibition in The New York Times, “A South Florida Museum Showcases Burgers, Fries and Beers, Made of Glass.”
Where’s the burger?
Starting Monday, Oct. 30, members of the community can participate in a burger scavenger hunt. To enter, post a selfie on Instagram with one of a dozen mini glass sliders—tiny versions of Miller’s burgers—“hidden” at various locations across Coral Gables, including the Lowe. Use #wherestheburger in your post and increase your chances of winning by visiting and posting from more than one site. Winners will be announced at the Lowe’s Order Up! exhibition closing party on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.
Calling all burger enthusiasts.
In honor of "Order Up!," the Lowe Art Museum has partnered with the Rathskeller on the Coral Gables Campus. Visit the exhibit at the Lowe and snag a 10 percent discount on any item on the burger menu. After perusing the pop art, stop by the Lowe reception desk Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to validate your Rathskeller ticket, then head to the Rat to order up. The discount is valid through Tuesday, Dec. 5.
Learn more about the Lowe Art Museum at lowe.miami.edu.
“Order Up! The Pop Art of John Miller” was curated by Caitlin Swindell and organized by the Lowe Art Museum. This exhibition was made possible by the Palley Family. Additional funding was provided by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts; the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; the City of Coral Gables; Beaux Arts Miami; and Lowe members.
