Ghost at La Lison Gallery: our photos from the exhibition Before the Ashes

The La Lison Gallery in Paris is hosting "Avant les cendres" (Before the Ashes), a solo exhibition by the artist Fantôme running from April 9 to May 16, 2026. The showcase features a series of abstract works that utilize black ink, oils, fabric, and ash to explore texture and light, drawing comparisons to the monochromatic depth of Pierre Soulages. The exhibition serves as a prequel to the artist's upcoming show, "Cercles," in Nancy.

This exhibition is significant for its exploration of the intersection between contemporary visual arts and the world of tattooing. Fantôme, who operates out of the La Bête Humaine salon, uses the show to bridge the gap between skin and canvas, treating the line as both a graphic tool and a boundary between the public and the private. By focusing on sensation over explanation, the artist aims to create a universal, accessible language of abstraction that invites personal introspection.