The Breeder gallery was formed organically from The Breeder magazine out of the need of a few Athenian artists for international dialogue. Over the last 23 years, The Breeder has been a pioneer in the development of the contemporary art scene in Athens. The gallery shows art that is relevant to contemporary times and dynamically promotes a select group of Greek artists on the global arena while also showcasing cutting-edge international artists in Athens. The Breeder serves as a link connecting cultures and supporting a deeper understanding and exchange, supporting the community, providing an active platform for the free exchange of ideas and ideals.
In 2019, The Breeder introduced The Breeder Open Studio initiative, where the gallery is available to each invited artist prior to their show. Working onsite, the artists have the opportunity to engage with the audience in more substantial ways. Invited artists of The Breeder Open Studio include Ariana Papademetropoulos, Chioma Ebinama, Joy Labinjo, Ekene Stanley Emecheta, Victor Ubah, Barry Yusufu, Adegboyega Adesina, and Ireland Wisdom.
At Vima, The Breeder will present works by Maria Hassabi, Maria Joannou, and Socratis Socratous.