Renowned photographer Manny Hernandez captures the biggest events in Miami's social and art scenes, from the South Beach Wine & Food Festival to the Coconut Grove Arts Festival. His iconic photographs showcase the stars, artists, and celebrities who make these events shine.
Capturing the Vibrant Social and Art Scenes of Miami: Photographer Manny Hernandez
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Manny Hernandez, a renowned photographer, has been capturing the vibrant social and art scenes of Miami with his unique style and keen eye for detail. With his witty and humorous writing voice, Oliver Johnson brings you an inside look at some of the biggest events in Miami, from the South Beach Wine & Food Festival to the Coconut Grove Arts Festival.
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At the South Beach Wine & Food Festival's Burger Bash, Hernandez snapped photos of Adrien Sanchez from Pincho Factory and Brian and Fatima Mullins, owners of Ms Cheezious. He even had the opportunity to capture stars like Glenn Howerton and Charlie Day from the hit show 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' who made a special appearance at the event.
Another highlight of the week was the Art Wynwood Lifetime Achievement Award dinner honoring artist Peter Tunney. Hernandez's lens captured the elegance and charm of the evening, with Franco and Lir Senesi, Spanish actor Jordi Molla, and Art Wynwood Director Julian Navarro in attendance.
The star-studded 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro at the Kaseya Center was another event where Hernandez's camera was in full swing. Celebrities like reality star Amara La Negra, Eva Luna, Camilo, and Lele Pons graced the red carpet. Not to mention the appearances of singer Angela Aguilar and artist Tini, making it a night to remember.
Hernandez also documented the 60th Coconut Grove Arts Festival, capturing the talent and creativity of artists like Jennifer Lashbrook and the festival's poster artists, Signe and Genna Grushovenko. The festival's kick-off breakfast was attended by notable figures such as Mayfair GM Rhys O'Connell, City of Miami Commissioner Damian Pardo, and U.S. Senator George J. Mitchell of Maine.
With over 30 years of experience, Manny Hernandez has become a prominent figure in Miami's social, lifestyle, and art scenes. His photographs have graced the pages of esteemed publications like The Miami Herald, Ocean Drive, and Indulge magazines. Additionally, his popular photo gallery, SOCIAL Manny, on SocialMiami.com has garnered a dedicated following.
Not only is Hernandez an accomplished photographer, but he is also known for his contributions to the community. In 2018, he was honored as one of the 12 Good Men by the Ronald McDonald House Charities. He co-produced an exhibit at the FIU Jewish Museum in tribute to press agent Charlie Cinnamon.
Recently, Hernandez published his first book, 'CANDIDS Miami,' which showcases his iconic photographs of the city. It is a testament to his ability to capture the essence of Miami's vibrant social and art scenes. Through his lens, he continues to tell the stories of the people and events that make Miami such a dynamic and captivating city.