Ceramics exhibition: Making art
Immerse yourself in ceramic art Centre d’Exposition Napoléon-Bourassa
The Centre d'action culturelle de la MRC de Papineau is pleased to present Céramique : faire de l'art, a captivating exhibition celebrating contemporary ceramics. As the second part of the Céramique : l'art de faire/faire de l'art project. Admission is free and the exhibition will be open to the public Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., until February 16, 2025 at Centre d’exposition Napoléon-Bourassa in Montebello, a must-see destination for art lovers.
Diving into the art of ceramics
Céramique : faire de l'art brings together the creations of ten seasoned Quebec ceramists, each bringing his or her own unique touch to this age-old art form. Pieces such as Forêt silencieuse by Gréta Jonckheere - a series of white porcelain sculptures with pure lines and impressive dimensions - testify to the creative power of transformed clay. This exhibition offers a visual journey enriched by narrative panels, revealing modeling and firing techniques, and the artists' commitment to this demanding and bewitching material.
A visionary curator
Curated by renowned designer and ceramist Koen de Winter, the exhibition is a celebration of the ingenuity and perseverance involved in working with ceramics. Trained in Belgium and having practiced in several countries before settling in Quebec, Koen de Winter has passed on his love for this art form with an innovative vision. Now a member emeritus of the Conseil des métiers d'art du Québec, he offers an immersive experience that blends history, modernity and aesthetics.
A selection of talented ceramists
Among the exhibiting artists are some well-established names in Quebec ceramics:
- Julie Lavoie
- Gréta Jonckheere
- Nadine Desmarais, Nadi ceramic artist
- Michelle Lemire, Atelier Galerie Solart
- Mireille Gagnon, Margot
- Basma Osama, Ceramik B.
- Loriane Thibodeau
- Ève-Marie Laliberté, Ève M Laliberté
- Alexandra Gélinas, Studio Minéral
- Raymond Warren
Each of them has a personal approach that enriches Quebec ceramics. Their works, sometimes bold, sometimes delicate, testify to the richness of this art form, which combines technical mastery and emotional expression.
Activities to enrich the experience
