Mariette Rousseau-Vermette facts for kids

Mariette Rousseau-Vermette (born August 29, 1926 – died March 28, 2006) was a famous Canadian artist from Quebec. She was known for her amazing tapestries. She created new and exciting ways to use fibers and textile arts in her art during the 1960s to 1980s. She was also an Officer of the Order of Canada, a special honor for Canadians.

About Mariette Rousseau-Vermette

Mariette Rousseau-Vermette was born in Trois-Pistoles, Quebec. She loved art from a young age. In the late 1940s, she studied art at the l'Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Quebec. She also learned from famous artists like Dorothy Liebes in San Francisco. Mariette continued her art studies at the California College of Arts and Crafts in Oakland. She also traveled and studied art privately in Europe and Asia.

Her Unique Tapestry Art

Mariette created tapestries that were very special. She experimented with their size, shape, materials, and colors. Her works became known as "tapestry-paintings." This means they were like paintings, but made with woven fibers. She showed her art in many solo and group exhibitions.

She became famous around the world for her large art projects. One of her most well-known works is the huge curtain for the Eisenhower Theatre. This theater is located in Washington's Kennedy Center. She also designed the ceiling of Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto.

Where to See Her Art

Mariette Rousseau-Vermette made about 600 signed artworks. Many of her pieces are displayed in important art museums. You can find her work at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec. Her art is also at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa.

Other famous places holding her art include the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Rockefeller Center in New York. The Museum of Modern Art in Kyoto, Japan, also has her work.

Teaching and Family Life

From 1979 to 1985, Mariette was the head of the Fibre program. This program was at The Banff Centre, a well-known arts school. She taught many students about fiber art.

Mariette Rousseau-Vermette was married to another artist, Claude Vermette. She passed away in Montreal in 2006.

Awards and Honors

Mariette Rousseau-Vermette received several important awards for her art. These awards recognized her amazing talent and contributions.

• Officer of the Order of Canada (1976): This is one of Canada's highest honors. It is given to people who have made a big difference to Canada.
• Diplome d'Honneur from the Canadian Conference of the Arts: This award celebrates people who have greatly helped the arts in Canada.