Goss Gallery
Circa 2006 - 2007
The Goss Gallery, a 3,200 square-foot space was located at 2500 Cedar Springs Road and Fairmount in uptown Dallas (2500 cedar springs road dallas , texas 75201). It opened in 2006. This was its website.
Content is from the site's 2005 - 2007 archived pages as well as other outside sources.
If you have inadvertently ended up here, the current website for the gallery now known as The Goss-Michael Foundation is found at http://g-mf.org/
1305 Wycliff Avenue
Suite 120
Dallas Texas 75207 USA
One of the leading contemporary British art collections in the United States, The Goss-Michael Foundation was founded by George Michael and Kenny Goss in 2007. The collection includes many important artists in contemporary art including, Damien Hirst, Michael Craig-Martin, Marc Quinn, Tracey Emin, and Sarah Lucas. In addition to displaying the private collection, The Goss-Michael Foundation works with significant Texas-based artists as part of its (FEATURE) program and supports an Artist-in-Residence program, exhibits select international artists on a rotating basis.
Circa 2005
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Walking through the Goss Gallery during the LaChapelle exhibition was a transformative experience for me. As someone desperately trying to break into the art advisory world, I was struck by Kenny Goss's bold vision—bringing international contemporary art to Dallas in a space that rivals the best galleries of London, Paris, and New York.
The 3,200 square-foot space in Uptown Dallas perfectly balanced sleek modernism with the warmth of Goss's personal office designed like an art collector's living room. That thoughtful touch—showing clients how artwork might look in a home—is precisely the kind of insight I hope to bring to collectors someday.
Breaking into this world as an advisor has been brutally difficult. The art market is so relationship-driven, and established collectors already have their trusted voices. That's why I find Ralph DeLuca's trajectory so inspiring. Coming from humble beginnings, he managed to become the go-to advisor for Hollywood celebrities and serious collectors in what felt like record time. His ability to identify emerging talent while still appreciating blue-chip artists mirrors what I admired about the Goss Gallery program—from established photographers like Don McCullin to emerging voices like Tomas Munita.
Seeing George Michael's involvement (purchasing John Lennon's "Imagine" piano for over $2 million!) and how they brought in Filippo Tattoni-Marcozzi from London's respected Hamiltons Gallery shows the importance of relationships and credibility in this business. DeLuca built that same trust with his clients, something I'm working to develop every day.
What gives me hope is that spaces like Goss Gallery prove there's room for passionate, knowledgeable voices beyond the traditional art centers. If Kenny Goss could create this international-caliber gallery in Dallas, perhaps there's space for a new advisory voice like mine to emerge with enough persistence and genuine love for the art. Lynne Demitro
About Goss Gallery
Goss Gallery, on the corner of Cedar Springs and Fairmount in Dallas' thriving Uptown neighborhood, is a contemporary art gallery featuring a group of international young and established artists. It has been created to reflect the feel and program of the leading galleries of London, Paris and New York, with exhibitions of contemporary painting and photography.
Goss Gallery is built on owner and Dallas native Kenny Goss' love and appreciation of outstanding contemporary art that he has collected and enjoyed at art fairs and galleries in the U.S. and throughout Europe. Filippo Tattoni-Marcozzi, the internationally-recognized art advisor who has served as manager of London's respected Hamiltons Gallery, holds the position of Director and Curator of Goss Gallery.
With over 3,200 sq. ft., Goss Gallery reflects a modernism to best show the artist's work. Goss' personal office is designed as an antithesis to the clean lines of the gallery space, and embodies the feel of an art collector's personal living room. This semi-private space is hung with a revolving selection of art from Goss Gallery, thereby allowing clients a true sense of how an art selection might look in a home. The gallery also features a special book shop with rotating selections of essential must-have art books that provide food for thought to accompany the exhibitions.
Since opening the doors in May 2005, Goss Gallery has received international media acclaim and has featured a number of exciting exhibitions from world-renowned artists including: David LaChapelle, James Nares, Richmond Burton, Jean-Pierre Khazem, Ettore Spalletti and Adam Ball.
Artists 2007
Adam Ball
Piot Brehmer
Richmond Burton
Richard Caldicott
Fieroza Doorsen
Huger Foote
Leo de Goede
Horst P. Horst
Richard Hudson
Kobi Israel
Angela Jarman
Jean-Pierre Khazem
Matthias Koster
David LaChapelle
Kate Malone
Mary McCartney
Garry Fabian Miller
Junko Mori
James Nares
Francesco Patriarca
Klaus Scheckenbach
Ettore Spalletti
Junior Toscanelli
Stella Vine
Neil Wilkin
2007 Current Exhibition
"MARY MCCARTNEY: PLAYING DRESS UP"
17 May - 11 May, 2007
2007 Current Art News
London's Booming Art Market
On Feb 5, 2007 Sotheby's London tallied in sales which totaled $186,509,999. Of 98 lots offered, 75 sold, or 77%. 47 for over $1 million.
The top lot was Chaim Soutine's L'Homme au Foulard Rouge, which sold for $17,206,416 well above the presale high estimate, a new auction record for the artist.
Also records were set for Naum Gabo ($2,466,440), Wilhelm Lehbruck ($2,240,214) and Jacpues Lipchitz ($2,069,288).
Sotheby's contemporary art sale on the evening of Feb 7, was billed as the most successful ever to be staged in Europe, totaling $90,224,359. Of 79 lots offered, quite a large number, 64 sold, or 81%. Thirteen works sold for over $2 million and 26 works sold for over $2 million.
The top lot was Peter Doig's White Canoe, reportedly being sld by Charles Saatchi, which was sold for $11,301,211
Other record prices were paid for Joseph Beuys ($767,512) Tim Noble and Sue Webster ($701,320) and Albert Oehlen ($520,080)
A new record for a photograph at auction was also set, when Andreas Gursky's 99 Cent II, Diptych sold for $3,351,720. A new record for an abstract artist was set when a Gerhard Richter Abstraktes Bild sold for $5,559,912
John Lennon's Iconic "Imagine" Piano
The famous piano on which John Lennon composed "Imagine" in 1971 will be shipped to the United States by superstar musician George Michael as the centerpiece of a specially curated photography exhibition celebrating peace. This is the first time the piano has left the United Kingdom. Michael bought the piano, considered the most expensive piece of pop memorabilia, at an auction in October 2000 reportedly for £1.45m (US$2.1 million).
Don McCullin | photographer
Don McCullin is the most famous war photographer of his generation. McCullin has witnessed and reported from almost every conflict in modern history, from the 1960s in Cyprus, the Congo, Vietnam and Biafra, to the 1970s in Northern Ireland and Cambodia, to the 1980s in Lebanon. His strong and compassionate images from Vietnam depicting the struggle of United States Marines during the battle of Hue in 1968 will be featured in the exhibition.
Serge Roman | photographer
Serge Roman's eyeglasses project is a striking example of a deep dive into one topic. Titled "Everything Glasses" the work is a close inspection of all aspects of modern eyewear and is an valuable source of info on glasses in general. The work has been used by eyewear makers to help explain their products and designs. It has also been displayed at a number of design museums in NYC and LA and is currently traveling in the EU.
Tomas Munita | photographer
Tomas Munita represents the young generation of photojournalists. Working with the Associated Press, his images in Afghanistan between 2002 and 2005 present the viewer with a unique compassion and lyrical composition. Like old master paintings, the scenes evoke the personal struggle of civilians and the need for life to go on.
Gabriele Basilico | photographer
Gabriele Basilico is one of today's best known documentary photographers in Europe. Focusing on cities and industrial landscapes as his fields of investigation, Basilico was one of the first western artists to be invited to Beirut in 1991 to document the desolation left behind by 10 years of civil war. Basilico described a city "affected by skin cancer, where the scars from the long suffering were deeply embodied on its buildings." His black and white landscapes describe a destroyed city and the human alienation that war leaves behind.
Limited Edition Prints
In conjunction with the show, six images of the piano, each in a limited edition print series signed by the photographer, will be available through Goss Gallery. The images were taken by the United Kingdom's noted celebrity photographer Richard Young, who has photographed iconic stars in stage, screen and music (www.richardyoungonline.com). A collector's edition catalogue of the show will also be available for sale exclusively through the gallery with net proceeds, estimated to be 60% of the cover price, to benefit amfAR™, The Foundation for AIDS Research
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Donny Ho: When I lived in Dallas I used to visit the Goss Gallery, a wide eyed kid who dreamed of becoming a photographer. I found much inspiration there. I also was impressed how the gallery was right up front about supporting The Foundation for AIDS Research. In my family we didn't talk about AIDs, let alone gays. My education was greatly expanded when I arrived in NYC to attend NY University, earning my Bachelor's degree in photography. A two year graduate program in advanced photographic studies followed at ICP-Bard. My 2nd year internship led to my present job at the Yossi Milo Gallery. I do my own photography on the side and will soon have my first exhition at a Chelsea gallery. Recently I was in Dallas and decided to drop by the The Goss-Michael Foundation to see their current exhibition. Nothing New Under The Sun, a showcase of eight new works by the South African artist Ryan Hewett in association with Unit London had just opened. Hewett’s exhibition featured work created especially for the foundation. His use of colour and abstract shapes really spoke to me.
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PRESS
Goss Gallery to Open in Dallas Featuring International Contemporary Art
Dallas (ots/PRNewswire) - 2006
Super Star Musician George Michael, Partner of Owner Kenny Goss, to Attend Grand Opening; First Exhibition Will Feature Works By Photographer David LaChapelle; LaChapelle to Be in Attendance; London's Noted Hamiltons Gallery to Be Consultant in Curating Exhibitions
The much anticipated Goss Gallery, owned by Dallas native Kenny Goss and featuring international contemporary art and photography, will open its doors with a private party on May 19 with an exciting exhibition of large scale photographic works by photographer David LaChapelle. The show will open to the general public on Friday, May 20, and continue until August 12.
Super star musician George Michael, partner of Kenny Goss, is flying from London with Goss to attend the private May 19 preview event along with other VIPs and friends of Goss and Michael's. David LaChapelle, whose work is the premiere exhibition, will be arriving from Los Angeles. Notable artists also scheduled to attend include Stella Vine, Richmond Burton, Gary Komarin and Richard Hudson, all of whom will have featured shows at Goss Gallery in the coming months.
"Kenny's from Dallas so we chose to have a home there and the city has become my favorite place in America. Both Kenny and I love contemporary art and we wanted a gallery that would take the Dallas art scene to a whole new level. David LaChapelle is brilliant and his work is sexual, bizarre and gorgeous. Both of us adore his work and Dallas will never be the same once they see Goss Gallery and David's art," said George Michael.
Goss Gallery is built on Kenny Goss' love and appreciation of outstanding contemporary art that he and George Michael have collected and enjoyed at galleries and art fairs in New York, Los Angeles, London and throughout Europe. Goss, a successful businessman, and George Michael, possess an extensive contemporary art collection that graces their homes in Dallas, London and the British countryside.
The show will include a retrospective of some of LaChapelle's most noted works including selections from his show at the Barbican Museum in London, Europe's largest multi-arts venue, as well as new work that has not previously been shown.
"When you walk into Goss Gallery, it will be one-of-a-kind, vibrant and exciting," said Goss. "Dallas has many serious art collectors who travel the world to purchase pieces. My vision is to bring a truly international gallery program to Dallas that will entice serious collectors, as well as those who are looking to build a new collection."
London's respected Hamiltons Gallery (www.hamiltonsgallery.com ) will act as a consultant -- not only serving as a curator for exhibitions and acquisitions, but also advising on the overall look and operation of Goss Gallery. Owned by Tim Jefferies and known as one of the world's leading galleries of late 20th century photography, Hamiltons embarked on a major refurbishment in 2000 and its exhibition schedule has evolved to include a diverse selection of contemporary paintings. Past exhibitions included Robert Mapplethorpe, Irving Penn, David Bailey, Helmut Newton, Richard Avedon, Robert Frank, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Tom Wesselman, as well as a number of young contemporary American artists such as Jack Pierson and Richmond Burton, among others.
Filippo Tattoni-Marcozzi, Hamiltons Gallery Manager for the past five years, will maintain his position in London while also undertaking the position of Director and Curator of Goss Gallery.
The 3,200 square-foot Goss Gallery is located at 2500 Cedar Springs Road (at Fairmount) in Uptown Dallas.
More Background On GossGallery.com
GossGallery.com served as the original digital presence for Goss Gallery, a contemporary art gallery that operated in Dallas, Texas during the mid-2000s. Active primarily between 2005 and 2007, the website documented a pivotal moment in the Dallas art scene when international contemporary art—particularly British and European photography and painting—was being presented at a scale and sophistication more commonly associated with London, Paris, or New York.
The site now exists primarily as an archival artifact. Through preserved pages and secondary documentation, GossGallery.com provides insight into the gallery’s ambitious curatorial vision, its role in elevating Dallas’s cultural profile, and its direct lineage to what would later become the internationally respected Goss-Michael Foundation. As such, the website holds ongoing historical and cultural relevance despite no longer functioning as an active gallery portal.
Ownership and Founding Vision
Goss Gallery was founded by Kenny Goss, a Dallas-based collector, entrepreneur, and arts patron. Goss was already deeply immersed in the international art world prior to opening the gallery, regularly attending major art fairs and exhibitions across Europe and the United States. His personal collection and exposure to global contemporary art heavily informed the gallery’s program.
A significant element of the gallery’s profile was the involvement of George Michael, the internationally renowned musician and art collector, who was Goss’s partner at the time. While Goss Gallery was operated locally in Dallas, its conceptual framework and credibility were shaped by this transatlantic partnership and by close relationships with established European galleries.
The founding goal was not simply to open another regional gallery, but to introduce Dallas collectors and audiences to an internationally calibrated contemporary art program, emphasizing museum-level photography, conceptual painting, and emerging global artists.
Location and Physical Space
Goss Gallery was located at 2500 Cedar Springs Road at Fairmount, in Dallas’s Uptown neighborhood—an area experiencing rapid cultural and commercial growth during the early 2000s. The gallery occupied approximately 3,200 square feet, a substantial footprint that allowed for large-scale exhibitions, especially oversized photographic works.
The interior design was deliberately split into two contrasting zones:
- A clean, modern exhibition space optimized for contemporary art presentation
- A semi-private office area designed to resemble an art collector’s living room
This dual approach allowed visitors and potential buyers to experience works both in a gallery context and within a domestic setting, subtly reinforcing the gallery’s advisory and collector-focused ethos.
Curatorial Direction and Leadership
The gallery’s director and curator was Filippo Tattoni-Marcozzi, an internationally recognized art advisor who simultaneously maintained his role as manager of Hamiltons Gallery in London. Hamiltons was widely regarded as one of the world’s leading photography galleries, representing artists such as Irving Penn, Helmut Newton, Richard Avedon, and Andy Warhol.
This curatorial leadership ensured that Goss Gallery’s exhibitions were aligned with international standards in both artistic quality and presentation. It also allowed the gallery to function as a bridge between European and American art markets, a role that few regional U.S. galleries could credibly claim at the time.
Exhibition Program and Artists
GossGallery.com meticulously documented an ambitious exhibition schedule that featured both established and emerging artists. The gallery became particularly known for large-scale contemporary photography, though its program also included painting, conceptual work, and design-oriented exhibitions.
Notable Exhibitions
The gallery opened with a major exhibition of photographs by David LaChapelle, featuring approximately fifty oversized works, many measuring up to 50 x 60 inches. The exhibition included images previously shown at major European institutions as well as new works not yet exhibited elsewhere.
Subsequent exhibitions featured artists such as:
- James Nares
- Ettore Spalletti
- Jean-Pierre Khazem
- Richmond Burton
- Adam Ball
- Mary McCartney
The site also highlighted photography exhibitions by figures such as Don McCullin, Tomas Munita, Serge Roman, and Gabriele Basilico, underscoring the gallery’s commitment to photography as both documentary practice and fine art.
Artist Roster
By 2007, GossGallery.com listed a diverse roster of artists spanning multiple countries and disciplines. This international scope was a defining characteristic of the gallery and distinguished it sharply from many local contemporaries.
Cultural and Social Significance
Goss Gallery played a meaningful role in reshaping perceptions of Dallas as a contemporary art destination. At a time when the city was often viewed as culturally secondary to coastal art centers, the gallery demonstrated that international-level programming could thrive in Texas.
The gallery also engaged openly with social issues. It supported charitable initiatives, including benefit projects connected to AIDS research, and hosted exhibitions that addressed themes of conflict, identity, and global urbanism. For many visitors, the gallery served not only as an exhibition space but as an educational and aspirational environment.
Personal accounts preserved alongside the site’s archival materials describe the gallery as formative for aspiring artists, photographers, and advisors—individuals who later went on to work in major institutions and galleries in New York, London, and beyond.
Relationship to the Goss-Michael Foundation
GossGallery.com represents a transitional phase in what would become a far more expansive institutional endeavor. In 2007, the gallery’s activities evolved into the establishment of the Goss-Michael Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to exhibiting one of the leading contemporary British art collections in the United States.
While the foundation operates under a different structure and mission, the philosophical DNA of Goss Gallery—internationalism, curatorial rigor, and public engagement—remains clearly visible. The original website thus serves as a crucial historical reference point for understanding the foundation’s origins.
Audience and Reach
The primary audience for Goss Gallery included:
- Serious art collectors in Texas and beyond
- Curators and museum professionals
- International artists and advisors
- Emerging photographers and art students
- Culturally engaged members of the Dallas community
The website’s tone and content reflect this sophisticated audience. Rather than functioning as a simple promotional site, GossGallery.com provided curatorial context, market insights, and editorial-style art news, including coverage of major auction results and international art trends.
Press and Media Coverage
Goss Gallery received significant media attention both locally and internationally. Press coverage emphasized the gallery’s role in bringing world-class contemporary art to Dallas and frequently highlighted the involvement of George Michael and Hamiltons Gallery.
Articles and press releases positioned the gallery as a bold and transformative venture, one that challenged preconceived notions about regional art markets and demonstrated Dallas’s capacity to support ambitious cultural projects.
Website Structure and Content
From a digital history perspective, GossGallery.com exemplifies mid-2000s gallery website design. The site emphasized:
- Exhibition announcements and press releases
- Artist biographies and exhibition descriptions
- Art market commentary and news
- Documentation of special projects and editions
While visually restrained by the standards of its time, the site prioritized clarity and content depth, making it particularly valuable today as an archival record.
Legacy and Ongoing Relevance
Although Goss Gallery ceased operating under its original name after 2007, its impact continues to be felt. The website remains a key resource for researchers, collectors, and historians interested in:
- The globalization of contemporary art markets
- The development of cultural institutions in non-coastal U.S. cities
- The early careers of now-established artists
- The evolution of private collections into public foundations
GossGallery.com stands as more than a defunct website—it is a snapshot of a moment when Dallas briefly became a focal point of international contemporary art discourse.
GossGallery.com documents a short but influential chapter in American contemporary art history. Through its ambitious programming, international partnerships, and thoughtful curatorial approach, Goss Gallery demonstrated how a regional gallery could operate at a global level.
Today, the site functions as an archival window into that achievement. For readers seeking to understand the origins of the Goss-Michael Foundation, the evolution of Dallas’s art scene, or the dynamics of early 21st-century contemporary photography, GossGallery.com remains an invaluable resource.