Rooted Sculpture

I was born and raised in Abitibi, a remote region of Québec known for its expansive forests and lakes. At a very early age, I developed my patience and observation skills during long fishing trips with my grandfather. Those qualities are readily apparent in my art today. I often describe myself as a sculptor-gatherer as nature provides the raw materials (wood, bones, flowers, etc.) from which I create my artworks. Most of my pieces are built around a central element that imposes itself early in the creative process. Often, that element is a piece of wood with a peculiar shape that evokes a body in motion or a very expressive posture. Additional elements are then added, selected and transformed so as to achieve a delicate balance between shapes, colours and textures. I use different techniques developed over the years to assemble the various elements that compose my sculptures in a seamless manner. I love to create for people, to see them be amazed and fascinated by the beauty of the world around us. My sculptures help them escape for a moment and see the world in a different way. I sometimes wonder if I will eventually run out of ideas for my sculptures. Fortunately, it seems that every new piece of material I collect brings with it its own, unique character and a renewed promise of a totally original creation.