Galerie Béa-ba

“Did Beatrice and Barbara know their Galerie Béa-ba would thrive for a decade?” you might wonder, standing here at 122 Rue Sainte. Galerie Béa-ba isn’t just a name. It’s a fusion of its founders, Béatrice Le Tirilly and Barbara Satre. They opened its doors in 2014. Their vision was clear: to champion contemporary art, particularly painting. Located in the vibrant Vieux Port district of Marseille, Galerie Béa-ba quickly became a hub of creativity. It showcases both emerging and established artists. Their inaugural exhibition, “Color Abstr(Act),” set the tone. It was a bold declaration of their love for abstract art, featuring vibrant works by artists like Ulrich Wellmann, Marie-Claude Bugeaud, and Didier Demozay. Galerie Béa-ba doesn’t limit itself to abstraction. They also represent Supports/Surfaces painters like Claude Viallat, Pierre Buraglio, and Bernard Pagès. They embrace a wide range of artistic expression, from Raphaëlle Paupert-Borne’s exploration of reality through drawings and films to Fabrice Lauterjung’s captivating moving image works. Béatrice’s expertise as a collector and Barbara’s background as an art historian and critic form the backbone of Galerie Béa-ba. They expertly curate exhibitions, fostering dialogues between artists. They have even organized tribute exhibitions, like the one dedicated to Shirley Jaffe. Even after ten years, Galerie Béa-ba continues to radiate energy and passion for contemporary art. They celebrated their 10th anniversary with a new space in Marseille, further solidifying their place in the art world. So, did Beatrice and Barbara know their gallery would thrive? Standing here, witnessing its vibrant presence, you might say they had a feeling.