Exhibitions not to be missed in Paris in December
Paris is transformed into a cultural sanctuary this winter, with a series of fantastic exhibitions to discover. Whether you’re a fan of contemporary art, urban culture or immersive installations, December in Paris promises unforgettable artistic experiences.
Skateboard Culture at Galerie 78 Temple
Galerie 78 Temple plunges into the rebellious world of skateboarding with the exhibition Skateboard Culture, scheduled for December 7 and 8, 2024. This sport, born in the working-class neighborhoods of California, transcends its primary function to become a lifestyle in its own right. Curated by Morgan Bouvant and Sébastien Carayol, the exhibition highlights the evolution of skateboarding, which gained worldwide recognition following its inclusion in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
This event is a unique opportunity for enthusiasts of board sports and urban fashion to get together and rediscover this art of living through the prism of art and design. Join us in the Marais district for an immersion in this authentic culture and its interaction with the world of fashion and sport.
December 7 and 8, 78 rue du Temple, 75003 Paris, France
Takis: The Void at White Cube Gallery
With the exhibition Le Vide, White Cube Gallery pays tribute to the Greek artist Takis, an emblematic figure of kinetic art. On view until January 11, 2025, this retrospective highlights his fascinating work, characterized by a bold use of recycled materials and avant-garde ecological thinking.
His creations, halfway between sculpture and installation, invite a unique sensory interaction, where wind and environment become elements in their own right. Takis, deeply influenced by Paris and its intelligentsia, reinvents the relationship between art and nature, offering a visual experience imbued with poetry and reflection.
Until January 11, 2025, 10 avenue Matignon, 75008
PULSE at La Gaîté Lyrique
For an immersive, interactive experience, the PULSE exhibition, designed by creative studio 1024 Architecture, transforms the Gaîté Lyrique into a temple of light and sound. Available from December 12, 2024 to July 13, 2025, this exhibition offers a unique sensory journey, where visitors become actors, manipulating and interacting with fascinating light installations.
Themed evenings will also be organized, echoing club culture and the collaborative work of iconic figures such as Laurent Garnier. This immersive approach underlines the potential of new technologies to enrich our artistic perception.
From December 12 to July 13, 2025, 3 bis rue Papin, 75003
Huguette Caland: The Parisian Years at Galerie Mennour
Galerie Mennour celebrates the abundant, sensual works of Huguette Caland, a major artist of Lebanese modernism, with the exhibition Les Années Parisiennes (1970-1987). Until January 25, 2025, visitors will have the opportunity to explore nearly fifty works, ranging from the famous Bribes de corps paintings to colorful kaftans.
Caland, daughter of Lebanon’s first president, has captivated attention with her bold creations and free-spirited artistic philosophy. This retrospective reveals a dialogue between her cultural heritage and her cosmopolitan career, marked in particular by her stay in Paris.
Until January 25, 2025, 47 rue Saint-André-des-Arts, 75006
Around The Clock at galerie Perrotin
Nikki Maloof crosses the Atlantic to present Around The Clock at Galerie Perrotin, in the heart of the Marais district, until January 25, 2025. Inspired by the masters of the Flemish and Italian Renaissance, the artist offers a singular vision of maternity and the domestic sphere, between melancholy and hope.
Her works, in which plants and still lifes take center stage, question the brevity of human existence while exploring feminist themes. This exhibition will appeal as much to lovers of classical art as to those interested in modern, introspective approaches.
Until January 25, 2025, 76 rue de Turenne, 75003
The Sense of Direction by Xavier Veilhan
At Galerie Andréhn-Schiptjenko, Le Sens de l’Orientation marks a new collaboration between the gallery and Xavier Veilhan, the multidisciplinary artist who represented France at the Venice Biennale in 2017. On view until January 18, 2025, this exhibition explores the relationship between works of art and their environment.
Visitors can admire suspended sculptures such as those by Caroline Mesquita or the striking miniatures by Valérie Mréjen, which capture timeless moments. This dialogue between space, time and matter reflects the artist’s quest for a constantly evolving art form that is both contemplative and engaging.
Until January 18, 2025, 56 rue Chapon, 75003
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