GHOST GALERIE

Specializing in the New York scene of the 1980s, we highlight the legacy of Post-graffiti and the East Village scene on current practices. We establish a lively dialogue between the pioneers of this iconic era and contemporary artists, while also engaging with other movements. Each exhibition is designed to be a dynamic and interactive space, offering collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts a unique, enriching, and avant-garde experience. Discover bold works that have redefined the contours of contemporary art, resonating with the major artistic and social transformations of their time.

Marseille
November 18 > January 2025

PARADIGM AND DISRUPTION : THE CREATIVE PULSE OF THE 80’S

Ghost galerie, true to its positioning, presents a new chapter in its exploration of revolutionary artistic dynamics with “Paradigm and Disruption: The Creative Pulse of the 80’s.” Through this group show, the exhibition highlights the diversity of practices and voices that redefined contemporary art at the heart of 1980s New York. In a contrasting New York, where cold concrete meets explosions of color and ideas, young artists draw the avant-garde lines of an artistic renewal. Their insatiable fervor, palpable in every piece, defies conventions and reflects a world in flux. This exhibition is not merely a journey into the past but an immersion into the raw and disruptive energy of a visionary youth, driven by the pursuit of unrestrained art. This “collective of artists,” from varied disciplines – painting, sculpture, installation, and performance – transcends aesthetic and cultural boundaries to offer a polyphonic vision of this vibrant period.
From the influence of graffiti and street culture to the rise of artistic activism in response to sociopolitical crises and the emergence of new technologies, each work reflects a spirit of rebellion and an unrelenting quest for renewal. Through this group show, Ghost galerie continues to nurture a space where memory and innovation converse, celebrating the timeless impact of these disruptive movements on contemporary practices. It’s an invitation to relive the electric energy of those years while reflecting on its resonance with today’s artistic concerns.
Marseille
November 18 > January 2025

PARADIGM AND DISRUPTION : THE CREATIVE PULSE OF THE 80’S

Ghost galerie, true to its positioning, presents a new chapter in its exploration of revolutionary artistic dynamics with “Paradigm and Disruption: The Creative Pulse of the 80’s.” Through this group show, the exhibition highlights the diversity of practices and voices that redefined contemporary art at the heart of 1980s New York. In a contrasting New York, where cold concrete meets explosions of color and ideas, young artists draw the avant-garde lines of an artistic renewal. Their insatiable fervor, palpable in every piece, defies conventions and reflects a world in flux. This exhibition is not merely a journey into the past but an immersion into the raw and disruptive energy of a visionary youth, driven by the pursuit of unrestrained art. This “collective of artists,” from varied disciplines – painting, sculpture, installation, and performance – transcends aesthetic and cultural boundaries to offer a polyphonic vision of this vibrant period.
From the influence of graffiti and street culture to the rise of artistic activism in response to sociopolitical crises and the emergence of new technologies, each work reflects a spirit of rebellion and an unrelenting quest for renewal. Through this group show, Ghost galerie continues to nurture a space where memory and innovation converse, celebrating the timeless impact of these disruptive movements on contemporary practices. It’s an invitation to relive the electric energy of those years while reflecting on its resonance with today’s artistic concerns.
Marseille
Eté 2024 > Prolongation

ENTWINED VISIONS

In the ever-shifting realm of contemporary art, where imagination brushes against reality, artworks emerge like riddles revealed through the artist’s gaze. The summer exhibition “Entwined Visions” presents three masterful voices: Richard Hambleton, Futura 2000, and Invader. Each carves a path, crafting a unique interpretation of the world, yet together they weave a landscape of striking intensity, where the invisible meets the palpable. The works surprise with their variety. Hambleton conjures shadowy figures that seem to graze the tangible; Invader, through his mosaics, reimagines city codes to insert a fresh perspective, while Futura 2000 unleashes vibrant abstract swirls of color, granting full freedom to movement. Three distinct languages, three unique gestures, but a shared vision to imbue creation with a singular vitality, offering beauty where it’s least expected. The entwining extends beyond the exhibition’s concept, forming a silent connection that weaves between the works. Hambleton brushes the walls, almost spectral; Invader slips into the architecture, leaving signs and fragments of play. Futura 2000, meanwhile, makes color explode like a pulse, echoing shadows and pixels, bringing a rhythm that constantly reinvents itself.
Marseille
June 6 > August 31, 2024

HIGH SUMMER VIBES

Exhibition “Hors les murs” in Aix-en-Provence. John CRASH Matos. GHOST GALERIE x CHÂTEAU DE LA GAUDE. HIGH SUMMER VIBES. Works from the 1980s to the present day. Free admission every day throughout the summer. Signed and numbered box set / 25 copies, bringing together 4 numbered prints from 1 to 25. 4 prints specially created for the event / 50 copies of each version. The combination of the 4 prints forms the original work displayed in the exhibition.
Paris
March 21, 2024 > April 21, 2024

RETROSPECTIVE John CRASH MATOS : ECHOES OF THE PAST

This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to dive into the fascinating creative world of the 80s and 90s through the work of one of the pioneers of New York graffiti, now an iconic figure in the Post-Graffiti movement. This retrospective provides a unique glimpse into CRASH’s artistic journey, showcasing a selection of emblematic works from this era. “Each piece, infused with passion and perseverance, transcends the boundaries of time to create a timeless dialogue with the viewer. His early works emerge as masterpieces, boldly transcending the codes of contemporary art. They are not only aesthetic creations but also fearless testimonies of a provocative artistic expression. Within each aerosol hue lies an untold story, an emotion to be revealed. Amidst the tumult of pigments, harmony emerges.” “The roots of his work lie in the exuberant vibrancy of the 70s, amidst the unrestrained energy of an underground New York teeming with vitality and creative genius. ‘Echoes of the Past’ represents a creative dialogue. Each piece reflects an experience, a memory. His unique style, a harmonious fusion of lettering and comic elements, transforms into a colorful melody dancing to the rhythm of his imagination and inspirations.”

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