Selfies?

Questioning self-representation in the digital age

At once artist and muse, subject and object, Morgane Clément-Gagnon uses her camera to question the condition of contemporary women and the way they choose to represent themselves and support their gaze in the age of social media.

In her project "Self-Portraits?", the Montreal artist stages herself and uses her phone as a trigger to create life-size self-portraits. Her carefully composed scenes, plays on optics and color surprise the viewer and prompt them to question gender performativity, the issues of visibility, and the tensions between the control and exploitation of personal image. By printing her works on unconventional materials (beach towels, spandex, swimsuits, etc.), Morgane Clément-Gagnon also brings a tactile and interactive dimension to her creations and pushes the reflection even further by questioning the boundaries between art and everyday life.

Don't miss this unique exhibition, on display at the Franco-Manitoban Cultural Centre art gallery from August 27 to November 20. Join us for the opening reception on August 27 at 18 p.m., with the artist in attendance!

A workshop with Morgane Clément-Gagnon

On August 26th, on the eve of her exhibition, Morgane Clément-Gagon will offer a photography workshop sessionParticipants will discover the art of creative photography and learn to use minimalist equipment to create professional results. Workshop registration also offers the chance to preview the exhibition in the presence of the artist!