Paris is transformed into a true cultural sanctuary this winter, with a series of fantastic exhibitions to discover. Whether you are a contemporary art lover, passionate about urban culture or curious about immersive installations, the month of December in Paris promises unforgettable artistic experiences.
Skateboard Culture at the 78 Temple gallery
The 78 Temple gallery dives into the rebellious world of skateboarding with the exhibition Skateboard Culturescheduled 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 et Sébastien Carayolthis exhibition highlights the evolution of skateboarding, which gained worldwide recognition after its inclusion in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
This event is a unique opportunity for sports and urban fashion enthusiasts to come together and rediscover this art of living through the prism of art and design. Meet in the Marais for an immersion in this authentic culture and its interactions with the world of fashion and sport.
December 7 and 8, 78 rue du Temple, 75003
Takis: The Void at the White Cube gallery
Through the exhibition The Voidthe White Cube gallery pays homage to the Greek artist Takisan emblematic figure of kinetic art. On view until January 11, 2025, this retrospective highlights his fascinating work, characterized by a bold use of recovered materials and avant-garde ecological thinking.
His creations, halfway between sculpture and installation, invite a unique sensory interaction, where the wind and the 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 Gaîté Lyrique
For an immersive and interactive experience, the exhibition PULSEdesigned by the creative studio 1024 Architecturetransform to 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 the visitor becomes an actor, manipulating and interacting with fascinating light installations.
Thematic evenings will also be organized, echoing club culture and the collaborative work of emblematic figures like Laurent Garnier. This immersive approach highlights 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 the Mennour Gallery
The Mennour gallery celebrates the abundant and sensual works of Huguette Calandmajor artist of Lebanese modernism, through the exhibition The Parisian Years (1970-1987). Until January 25, 2025, visitors will have the opportunity to explore nearly fifty works, ranging from famous paintings in the series Body scraps with colorful kaftans.
Caland, daughter of Lebanon's first president, has captivated attention with her daring creations and her artistic philosophy imbued with freedom. This retrospective reveals a dialogue between his cultural heritage and his cosmopolitan career, particularly marked by his stay in Paris.
Until January 25, 2025, 47 rue Saint-André-des-Arts, 75006
Around The Clock at the Perrotin gallery
Nikki Maloof crosses the Atlantic to present the exhibition Around The Clock at the Perrotin gallery, in the heart of the Marais, until January 25, 2025. Inspired by the masters of the Flemish and Italian Renaissance, the artist offers a singular vision of motherhood and the domestic sphere, between melancholy and hope.
Her works, where plants and still lifes occupy a central place, question the brevity of human existence while exploring feminist themes. This exhibition is aimed as much at lovers of classical art as at those passionate about modern and introspective approaches.
Until January 25, 2025, 76 rue de Turenne, 75003
The Sense of Orientation by Xavier Veilhan
At the Andréhn-Schiptjenko gallery, the exhibition The Sense of Orientation marks a new collaboration between the gallery and Xavier Veilhana multidisciplinary artist who represented France at the Venice Biennale in 2017. On display until January 18, 2025, this exhibition explores the relationships between the works and their environment.
Visitors will be able to admire hanging sculptures like those of Caroline Mesquita or the striking miniatures of Valérie Mréjenwhich capture timeless moments. This dialogue between space, time and matter reflects the artist's quest for an art in constant evolution, both contemplative and engaging.
Until January 18, 2025, 56 rue Chapon, 75003
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