Well-known Jamaican photographer David Muir will have his ‘Pieces of Jamaica‘ photo art exhibit featured in South Florida this month, as part of the commemoration of June as Caribbean American Heritage Month.

The photo art exhibit is a unique opportunity for individuals to meet the artist during this evening’s opening reception. The public is invited to view his works, which will be on display throughout the month of June, at the Lauderdale Lakes Library, in Fort Lauderdale.

‘Pieces of Jamaica‘ has been the subject of national and international exhibits. Works from the exhibit were published as a coffee table book in 2012 titled ‘Pieces of Jamaica, The Real Rock Edition‘, featuring photos of Jamaica.

Muir’s background

Born in Jamaica and based in South Florida, Muir is an artist, author, community leader and entrepreneur. One of his many projects is being part of the team that develops the direction of Island Syndicate, the Caribbean-American company delivering media, arts and entertainment to a diverse and sophisticated audience.

A photographer for over 30 years, Muir specializes in portrait photography at his studio and is popular at Broward College, where he teaches photography. He mentors aspiring photographers, curates art shows, and conducts seminars for journalists and photographers.

His photo artwork is featured in books, exhibits, galleries, and private collections around the world. Muir’s 2018 collection, ‘Reggae Reel: Moments in Music‘, highlighted a decade of his reggae music photos.