Philippe Théberge
- ab-lambert
- 3 days ago
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My artistic approach is rooted in an introspective exploration where, through my works, I tell a personal story while leaving room for the viewer's interpretation. I focus on themes of loss of control, decrepitude and the duality between the beautiful and the ugly. My work questions the usefulness and solidity of objects, playing with attraction and unease. This tension between order and chaos is at the heart of my practice.
My production is based on two distinct but co-dependent approaches: on the one hand, a precise and meticulous utilitarian search; on the other, a more instinctive creation, where letting go and the unpredictable guide my gesture. This opposition reflects my constant desire to balance mastery and spontaneity.
In short, my artistic approach is rooted in a quest for raw, sincere expression, which gives it its authenticity.
La Maison des métiers d'art de Québec is a cultural organization dedicated to contemporary craft practices. Located in the heart of Quebec City, it boasts 25 ceramic, textile and sculpture studios spread over seven floors. Its mandates include training, research and creation, as well as the development and promotion of fine crafts. In partnership with Cégep Limoilou, it offers technical courses for the Diplôme d'études collégiales (DEC) - Techniques de métiers d'art - option céramique, construction textile et sculpture, and enables professional artists to enrich their practices through intensive training or research residencies.
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