Phantoms of Eden, a brand-new series of paintings, sculptures, drawings and objects by prolific artist and creative genius; Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.

An explosion of primary and bold colours with Pop culture at its source, the works centre around the theme of renewal and purposeful links with Eden Rock St Barths, the island’s iconic jewel from yesteryear to this day. De Castelbajac was a good friend of Keith Haring and follows the codes and language of Pop Art in a unique way by reflecting amusingly on the future whilst at the same time staying in touch with the spirit of the 19th century. “I’ve always been fascinated by paintings within paintings, things that are part memory and at the same time set in the present. The history and background of an image that at first glance seems like a single picture is what interests me.” Phantoms of Eden pays tribute to the richness of this hyper-pop culture and it’s well guarded secrets...

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac will be in residence at Villa Polaroid, a new contemporary villa sited on the hills of Saint-Jean where he will continue with the creation and production of further work. The artistic mastermind of ‘Pop Fashion’ is delighted to continue weaving the intricately patterned dialogue between art and fashion whilst being based at Villa Polaroid. Exclusive pieces from de Castelbajac’s latest collection will be on display at Eden Rock’s Rockshop Boutique until the end of november. The artistic journey will continue at Clic Gallery in Gustavia with the conceptual work of de Castelbajac THE TRIUMPH OF THE SIGN, a series of works that articulate the tensions and synergies between high art and consumer culture. The artist provokes a visual meeting of perfectly reproduced Western masterpieces, from Bronzino to Manet, and an element of contemporary visual culture, famous brand logos. Opening on july 27.