Brushstrokes & Backstories

Francine Poulin Francine Poulin is a well-established abstract artist who has exhibited her works across the city. Her works possess a tension that keeps the viewer guessing, noticing new things with each new glance. She only has two pieces on view during Introspection, and they both have a lot to say. Désunion is the larger of the two, the canvas awash in dark umbers and ochers tensely layered together. Two figures stand off-center, back-to-back, their thin outlines emerg

Yasmeen Kanaan is a Palestinian artist currently working in Montreal. Her meticulous oil paintings unflinchingly depict themes of resistance, endurance, and humanity in a collection that provokes deep contemplation and inspires hope for a better future. 

Gisèle Séguin is a Montreal-based artist whose wide range of artistic training displays itself in the diversity of her painted works. From p

Nataly Cloutier is a contemporary artist whose work immediately captures the eye and the imagination. Best known for her distinctive urban and sketch like style, Cloutier proves herself a remarkably versatile artist, moving seamlessly from intimate portraits to vibrant cityscapes. Her true talent lies in her ability to push the boundaries of convention, deconstructing familiar scenes with energetic lines and an unconventional approach to form, yet she always masterfully maint

The Enduring Presence of Diane Lelièvre. Lelièvre’s process is a masterclass in materiality.

She understands that what is left unsaid is often more powerful than what is explicitly rendered. A single, confident stroke of ink might suggest the curve of a breast, while a bloom of watercolor evokes an emotion or a memory more effectively than any detailed depiction could. Her work is profoundly suggestive.

Whether through the visceral texture of a painting, the layered narratives of a collage, or the commanding presence of a sculpture, Alexi’s

Forget is a visual artist whose work is deeply influenced by her personal journey of self-discovery, which includes a significant 12 year chapter of service in the Royal Canadian Air Force . As a retired veteran she has shifted her focus towards her family, art and healthy living. She is truly a role model of strength and commitment to principals worth fighting for.

Forget what you know about passive art viewing. Ingrid’s work doesn’t just hang on a wall—it vibrates. It’s a dynamic explosion of vivid colour and bold movement, where experimental mixed media creates a playground for the senses. This is abstract art that is unapologetically playful, exciting, and alive.

When you look at François Lacas' work, where does it take you? For many, his paintings evoke a place that feels just out of memory's reach, yet deeply familiar and comforting. Let yourself be drawn into each scene. Marvel at the skill behind every brushstroke, his masterful use of colour, perspective, and light. The result is more than a landscape; it's the memory of fresh air, the sound of leaves underfoot, the warmth of the sun, and the cool breeze kissing your cheek.

To meet her in real life is a gift. Michele has a kindness that runs deeper than the superficial social niceties that most of us possess. This deep compassion and gentleness come through in her work. Her animal portraits are more than just great facsimiles of bears, manatees, or mountain gorillas. She pulls you into their eyes, their environment, and their relationships.