To benefit artists and the Fondation
du Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal
MONTREAL, May 2, 2024
/CNW/ - In anticipation of Les
Printemps du MAC, an event benefiting the Fondation du
Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal (MAC), the organization is
pleased to reveal a number of personalities and artists who will
participate in its eagerly-awaited May
17 evening, which also coincides with the museum's 60th
anniversary next June.
AN ICONIC MUSICAL
AMBIENCE
The evening will be attended by around a thousand people at
Arsenal Contemporary Art in just a few weeks' time, and will
feature a magical performance by Cœur de Pirate, echoing a key
piece in the Musée's repertoire: the video work A Lot of
Sorrow. This piece is the result of a collaboration between
Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson
and American band The National, who performed Sorrow 105 times in
an unforgettable 6-hour uninterrupted performance in 2013. A
partnership with Bravo Musique will bring this stunning performance
by Cœur de Pirate to life. In addition, Naomi, a multi-disciplinary
artist who beautifully blends her dancing and singing talents, will
also be performing. Her Caribbean
summer sounds, tinged with pop, RnB, and house influences, are sure
to draw everyone to the dance floor. A number of local DJs will
also be on hand to deliver an electrifying experience, including
L'Isle, Nana Zen, Kiari, Marica, and Prince Charli.
AN EXCEPTIONAL AUCTION
Collectors and contemporary art enthusiasts are invited to
consult this year's auction catalog, featuring over 28 works to be
auctioned online for the benefit of contributing artists and La
Fondation du MAC. Bidding begins on May
7 at 9 a.m. and ends at
midnight on the evening of the event, during which the works will
be on display. Presented by EY, with honorary patron Simon Beaulieu (EY), the auction spotlights the
creations of emerging and professional Canadian artists. Carefully
selected by event auction curator Erika Del
Vecchio, the works reflect a diversity of mediums and
genres.
For seasoned and novice collectors alike, the wide range of
available value options will satisfy all aspirations. The majority
of the funds raised will be donated to La Fondation du MAC, with a
third distributed to participating artists.
"By participating in the auction, not only are you supporting
the artists and the MAC, you're also supporting the cultural
community as a whole. Each bid is much more than a simple financial
gesture; it's a declaration of your commitment to art," says
Anne Lebel, Executive Director of La
Fondation du Mac.
ART FOR THE BENEFIT OF
SOCIETY
The Printemps du MAC auction celebrates the essential
role of art and artists in our society as visionaries, witnesses to
our times, and catalysts of cultural innovation. In this spirit, 28
talented artists have been selected: Abbas Akhavan, Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka, Anne-Renée Hotte,
Antoine Lussier, Claire Milbrath, Dou
Wei, Edward Maloney,
Emilie Grace Lavoie, Fatine-Violette Sabiri, Florence Viau, Jeremy Le
Chatelier, Lorna Bauer,
Malik McKoy, Margot Klingender, Marie-Ève Lecavalier,
Matthew Shlian, Nadège Grebmeier
Forget, Orise Jacques Durocher,
Phyllis Lambert, Pierre Dorion, Roxanne
Doucet, Sarah Pupo, Sécrétion
Féline, Stéphane La Rue, Studio Rat, Wally
Dion, William Sabourin, and
Yann Pocreau. Through painting,
sculpture, and design, these artists have pushed the boundaries of
visual arts to leave an undeniable mark on the Canadian cultural
scene.
"I invite you to imagine living with one of these works. To
contemplate it here and, above all, to come and see it at the event
and consider it at home, so that it becomes your very own
icon," Erika Del Vecchio,
Curator of the MAC Spring Auction.
PURCHASING ARTWORK
Both non-participants and those planning to attend
Les Printemps du MAC can take
part in the auction online from May 7
until midnight on May 17, 2024.
Offering invaluable support to artists, the MAC, and the broader
cultural community, this auction benefits greatly from the
essential support of EY, its official presenter, as well as various
partners such as Artys Transit, Photosynthèse, and SHOP
Encadrements. Simon Beaulieu,
Honorary Patron and Managing Partner, Financial Sector Advisory
Services, EY Canada, is thrilled by this wonderful opportunity for
artists to showcase their talent and celebrate their success:
"Your generosity plays an essential role in supporting our
artists. This is why I warmly invite you to actively
participate in this auction and bid on the works that resonate with
you."
ICONS ON THE RED
CARPET
Renowned for its eccentric and festive crowd, which each year
includes philanthropists, art lovers, artists, comedians,
musicians, public figures, politicians, and, of course, content
creators, Les Printemps du Mac is
committed to pairing some of these distinguished guests with local
designers for this year's event.
A dozen public figures will walk the red carpet on May 17, wearing bespoke pieces designed by icons
such as Eliza Faulkner, Marie Saint Pierre, Markantoine Lynch-Boisvert
(MRKNTN), Vincent La Kuach,
Catherine Préfontaine, Lucas Stowe,
Geni Hill, Noémiah, Jessy Colluci
,and Julia Beauparlant. Keep an eye
on the social platforms of Catherine
Brunet, Julie-Anne Ho,
Catherine St-Laurent, Lolitta Dandoy, Marina
Bastarache and Lou-Pascal
Tremblay, Gisèle Lullaby, Anachnid, Naomi, and Lucas Stowe for a look at the designs of the
fabulous outfits created for the occasion!
ABOUT LES
PRINTEMPS DU MAC 2024
Les Printemps du MAC is a
major annual charity event devoted to introducing newcomers to the
MAC. Over 1,000 philanthropists gather each year to celebrate
contemporary art from here and abroad in support of the MAC. The
visual identity for this 2024 event was designed by Baillat Studio,
while the photo shoot, overseen by Baillat Studio, is the work of
photographer Lian Benoit and talent
from Humankind and Folio.
The evening's production will be nothing short of spectacular,
courtesy of RAISONNABLE, and supported by the Printemps du MAC
committee. This committee is co-chaired by Allison Forbes (Founder and President,
Raisonnable) and Charles LeMay
(Director, External Communications / Public Relations, Sphere
Media), and includes a number of volunteer members who contribute
their time and energy to ensure the event's success. And let's not
forget the generous involvement of this year's honorary
co-presidents, Claudia Girard (KPMG)
and Alexandre Reise Filteau
(Le Groupe Reise | RBC Dominion
valeurs mobilières).
ABOUT THE MAC FOUNDATION
The mission of the Fondation du Musée d'art contemporain is to
support the museum in its various activities, including collection
development, exhibition production, promotion, and educational
programs. Its mandate is to solicit funds from companies and
individuals interested in the dissemination and conservation of
contemporary Quebec, Canadian, and
international art. The foundation thus contributes to the
development of the collection of Canada's first major institution devoted
entirely to contemporary art: the Musée d'art contemporain de
Montréal.
ABOUT THE MUSÉE D'ART CONTEMPORAIN
DE MONTRÉAL
For sixty years, the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal has
been bringing together local and international artists, their
works, and diverse audiences, championing art as an essential part
of life in Montreal and
Quebec. The MAC's head office,
located in the heart of the Quartier des spectacles, is set to
benefit from a major architectural overhaul. In the meantime, the
MAC has temporarily relocated its operations to Place Ville Marie,
a landmark in Montreal's business
district. From December 1, 2021, and
for the duration of the expansion and refurbishment work, the
museum will continue to engage the public with temporary
exhibitions highlighting exceptional artists and showcasing a wide
variety of practices. In addition to two major exhibitions per
year, the MAC at PVM will continue to offer public programs as well
as a host of educational services and community outreach
activities.
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