Wahter Studio presents the first retrospective dedicated to INDEX Magazine (1996–2005), staged during Paris Design Week. Founded in New York by artist Peter Halley and publisher Bob Nickas, INDEX became one of the most daring and influential cultural publications of its era, blending contemporary art, fashion, music, and film in an unfiltered, conversational style.
The exhibition brings together original works produced for the magazine by world-renowned photographers — including Wolfgang Tillmans, Juergen Teller, and Leeta Harding — alongside archival spreads, covers, and rarely seen issues.
A Reading Room will provide visitors with direct access to select editions, featuring groundbreaking interviews such as Alexander McQueen interviewed by Björk, Hedi Slimane by Klaus Biesenbach, and Werner Herzog by Doug Aitken.
Conceived and curated by Wahter Studio in collaboration with INDEX co-founder Peter Halley, the retrospective reintroduces the magazine’s legacy to a new generation while highlighting its enduring influence on today’s creative landscape.
About Wahter Studio
Wahter Studio is a Paris-based research and ideation firm working at the intersection of art, fashion, and culture. The studio develops exhibitions, publications, and brand collaborations that connect archival history with contemporary practice. Recent projects span cultural programming, creative direction, and public activations across New York and Paris.
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About Peter Halley
Peter Halley is an American painter, writer, and theorist known for his vibrant geometric abstractions and critical writings on postmodern society. In 1996, Halley co-founded INDEX Magazine as a platform to document and shape cultural dialogue at the turn of the millennium. His dual role as artist and editor positioned INDEX as a uniquely influential publication that bridged the art world with wider cultural currents.
Exhibition
Opening Reception: Wednesday, September 10th from 6-10PM On view September 11-14 from 10AM-8PM
Location: CØR STUDIO, 28 Rue du Petit Musc, 75004 Paris
