Crash: art and JG Ballard collide

An interesting exhibition is going on at the moment at London’s Gagosian Gallery, featuring artwork that inspired (probably) my favourite author, the late, great JG Ballard, and art inspired by JG Ballard.

Click here to see the more images. the image I chose above is a piece by Ed Ruscha.

Ballard’s novels stand among the most visionary, provocative literature of the twentieth century, with his ominous predictions regarding the fate of Western culture and his insights into the dark psychopathology of the human race. This exhibition is a response to the enormous impact and enduring cultural significance of his work, following his death in spring 2009. Highlighting Ballard’s great passion for the surreal and his engagement with the artists of his own generation, “Crash” includes examples of his specific inspirations as well as works by contemporary artists who have, in turn, been inspired by his vision.