John Baldessari

John Baldessari (1931−2020) was a giant of contemporary art, whose codes he turned upside down. This autumn, Bozar is offering an essential insight into his work, a must for anyone wanting to grasp the subtleties of the avant-garde in the second half of the 20^th century. 
This first retrospective since his death will focus more specifically on his work during the 1980s, which was also the decade of profound breakthroughs that saw the artist emancipate himself from convention. Known for his assemblages of cropped and colourised photos and films, Baldessari constantly blurred visual boundaries, questioning artistic practice and teaching. An influential artist on the contemporary art scene, he introduced a complex narrative tinged with humour, creating a new visual alphabet that influenced both North America and Europe. The exhibition will explore and illustrate the impact of his work, and its relevance to generations born in the digital age.