Invader French, b. 1969

Invader, born in 1969 in Paris, is a globally acclaimed French urban artist best known for his pixelated mosaic works inspired by early video game graphics. A leading figure in contemporary street art, he has developed a distinctive and instantly recognizable visual language made of ceramic tiles arranged to depict characters from popular culture, most notably those from the arcade game Space Invaders. He refers to his installations as “invasions,” transforming public spaces into artistic playgrounds that bridge art, technology, and collective memory.

Invader’s work is defined by its minimalist, digital aesthetic, evoking the nostalgia of the 1980s while questioning our relationship with imagery and virtual culture. Each mosaic is meticulously produced in his studio before being secretly installed in cities around the world. To date, he has “invaded” more than 80 cities, from Tokyo to New York City, including Los Angeles and Hong Kong. Every piece is documented and catalogued in a personal database, reinforcing the systematic and conceptual dimension of his global project.

For many years, Invader has maintained his anonymity, allowing his work to take precedence over his identity. While rooted in the rebellious spirit of street art, his creations are now exhibited in major galleries and institutions worldwide. Through his mosaics, Invader explores the boundary between urban intervention and institutional art, between pop culture and contemporary practice, establishing a coherent body of work in which the city itself becomes a worldwide canvas.