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Pérez Art Museum Miami Acquires Two Daniel Ochoa Sculptures via SCOPE Prize

institutional · 2026-04-06

The Pérez Art Museum Miami has added two sculptures by Miami-based artist Daniel Ochoa, titled 'Inside Your Body, There is a Light That Never Goes Out' and 'Biophoton,' to its permanent collection, thanks to the 2025 SCOPE Art Show PAMM Prize. Created specifically for the event, these works were chosen by PAMM Senior Director José Carlos Diaz and showcased by the Miami gallery Quiet Hours. Ochoa's creations, crafted from wood, leather, and natural materials, delve into themes surrounding the human body, merging his Cuban and Colombian heritage with modern design. This acquisition marks the third year of the PAMM Prize initiative, emphasizing the museum's commitment to nurturing Miami's artistic community and engaging with international viewpoints.

Key facts

  • Pérez Art Museum Miami acquired two sculptures by Daniel Ochoa through the 2025 SCOPE Art Show PAMM Prize
  • The works are 'Inside Your Body, There is a Light That Never Goes Out' (2025) and 'Biophoton' (2025)
  • PAMM Senior Director of Curatorial Affairs and Chief Curator José Carlos Diaz selected the works
  • The sculptures were presented by Miami gallery Quiet Hours at SCOPE
  • Daniel Ochoa is a Miami-based artist with Cuban and Colombian heritage
  • The sculptures are crafted from wood, leather, and other natural materials
  • This is the third year of the annual SCOPE Art Show PAMM Prize acquisition program
  • The acquisition aligns with PAMM's mission to support Miami's artistic ecosystem

Entities

Artists

  • Daniel Ochoa
  • José Carlos Diaz

Institutions

Locations

  • Miami
  • United States
  • Cuba
  • Colombia

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