At most art museums, the concept of expanding the
experience of guests isn’t a foreign one. Viewing art,
many would argue, should be an emotional occurrence,
as coming face to face with the work of the world’s top
artists from both past and present should ideally be a
memorable encounter. For Shantelle Rodriguez, Director
of Experimental Art Centers for Superblue Miami,
those artful moments must not only be impactful, but
transformative, especially when the art institution in
question is in a city considered a thriving art destination.

Located in the heart of Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood,
Superblue is a groundbreaking, first-of-its-kind art
destination specializing in large-scale installations
(some interactive) for visitors of all ages. The converted
50,000-square-foot industrial space boasts a curated
shop filled with artist-inspired items, and one-of-akind event spaces. The Miami-native brings to her role
a decade of experience leading public art initiatives.
Rodriguez can usually be found working closely with
community partners and artists, taking calls and meeting
while draped in chic black looks, edgy prints (including
the punk-rock-meets-Park-Avenue-inspired knee-length
camo skirt she wore to the opening of Superblue last
May) and a splash of colorful details. “I take bits of
creativity and bring it into my own style,” she says, “I like
to dress classic with a bright pop of color on my purse
and accessories.”

What makes this South Florida art influencer tick?
Rodriguez sat down with AllaWay and answered all our
Proust Questionnaire-inspired queries, letting us in on her
greatest extravagance, what she values in life, and her
most treasured possession (hint: it’s not artwork, but it
does inspire joy).