Michèle Lorrain facts for kids

An artwork by Michèle Lorrain from 2012.

Michèle Lorrain is a talented Canadian artist. She is known for creating beautiful paintings and interesting installation art. Installation art is a special type of art where the artist creates a whole environment or space for people to experience.

About Michèle Lorrain

Michèle Lorrain was born in 1960 in Montreal, Quebec. Today, she lives and works in Sainte-Louise, Quebec.

She studied art at two different universities. First, she earned her first university degree from the Université Laval. After that, she continued her studies and received a special advanced degree called a Masters of Fine Arts from the Université du Québec à Montréal. This means she spent many years learning and practicing her art skills.

Notable Artworks

In September 2015, Michèle Lorrain created a large art piece for the Vimont Community Center in Laval, Quebec. This artwork is called in my yard. It was installed on the north wall of the building for everyone to see and enjoy.

Where to See Her Art

Michèle Lorrain's artworks are part of important art collections. This means that museums or other organizations own her art and keep it safe.

Museum Collections

• One of her artworks, called Black Mirrors 02.15.22.13 from 2012, is part of the collection at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec. This is a big art museum in Quebec.

Art Exhibitions

Michèle Lorrain's art has also been shown in special art shows called exhibitions. These are places where artists display their work for the public to see.

• Her exhibition called the lost steps was shown from 2016 to 2017 at the Biennale internationale du lin de Portneuf. A "biennale" is a large art show that happens every two years.