The RYDER

Madrid, Spain

The RYDER is a contemporary art gallery founded in London in 2015 by Patricia Lara, later relocated to Madrid. Focuses on performance, video, sculpture, and installation by emerging and mid-career international artists.

The Ryder Projects is one of the galleries helping redefine Madrid’s contemporary art landscape through a program focused on emerging and mid-career artists working across painting, sculpture, installation, photography, and urban-influenced practices.

The gallery is known for blending contemporary fine art with influences from street culture, architecture, design, and visual experimentation. Its exhibitions often feel dynamic and visually immediate while still carrying conceptual depth.

The space attracts a younger international audience and reflects the energy of a Madrid art scene that is becoming increasingly global and multidisciplinary.

What you’ll see here

At The Ryder Projects, expect exhibitions that are visually striking, contemporary, and often highly shareable without losing artistic substance.

You may encounter:

  • Large-scale contemporary paintings
  • Urban and street-art influences
  • Experimental installations
  • Photography and mixed media
  • Emerging international artists with bold visual languages

The best way to enjoy it is as part of a gallery afternoon in Madrid, especially during exhibition openings or contemporary art events around ARCO week, when the city’s gallery scene becomes especially vibrant.

Worth the trip

Yes — particularly if you want to experience the contemporary side of Madrid beyond the major museums.

What makes The Ryder Projects special is its ability to connect contemporary art with wider visual culture in a way that feels accessible, energetic, and current.

It represents the Madrid that younger collectors, artists, creatives, and international art travelers are increasingly drawn to — a city where contemporary art feels alive, evolving, and culturally connected to the world outside the gallery walls.

ArtLovers Tip

Don’t just photograph the works. Step back and observe how the exhibition is installed as a whole. The curatorial rhythm is part of the experience.

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