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Michel Beauvais
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Michel Beauvais
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Sweeping lines set into motion by light gliding along the sheen of a finished piece characterize the work of this stone sculptor. Working primarily in marble, the artist manages to convey both serenity and strength in his work.
Michel Beauvais
is a member of the Kahnawake Mohawk Band, which is situated near Montreal, Quebec. Michel grew up in Ste-Adele, a small town in the Laurentian Mountains, and was never far from the influence of the Mohawk community. His mother, who is of French
descent, always ensured that he took the best from both cultures, and this unique blend is what gives direction to his life and his art.
Michel has always had a passion for drawing and first attempted soapstone carving at the age of 10, but not
until 1987 after relocating to Vancouver, British Columbia, did he consider making his art a full time pursuit. Through a process of trial and error, he developed his own unique style, one that marries the representational and the abstract.
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quarrying of much of his own stone from remote sites has become an intregral part of the creative process as Michel draws on his inherent love of the land and its wildlife for inspiration. He likes to take advantage of a stone's rough outline. By
allowing himself to be guided by intuition, he follows lines which can take him in unexpected directions. Through his work Michel wants to express not just the stories and legends, but feelings which illuminate the extent of his imagination and
spirit.
Michel takes pride and finds inspiration in the hopes and ideals of his forefathers, in particular his great-grandfather Louis Kenwetson, his grandfather Arthur Areuroktha and his father Maurice. Michel's art explores the culture of his
Mohawk heritage through the incorporation of traditional native symbols and motifs. His work reflects a contemporary vision, strongly echoing the historic sense of style of the Mohawk people. Michel signs his pieces with his initials alongside a moose
print, and by so doing, is carrying on the use of a Beauvais family mark.
Michel's sculptures are working their way into private collections worldwide as more people become familiar with his deep commitment to his art. His work has been
exhibited in Montreal, Portland, Scottsdale, Victoria, Vancouver and Whistler.
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Michel Beauvais
Commissions
2000 5" marble sculpture, "Secret Society", Sidney Art Institute, Vancouver Is., BC
1996 "Revelations", Carborundum Abrasives, North America, corporate collection
Exhibitions
2001 Gift of the Eagle Gallery, Gibsons, BC
1998 Spirits in the Sun, Aboriginal Arts Festival, Scottsdale, AZ
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