Author: Elodie Manai
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The Body and the Object in the History of Art and Technologies (November 13, 2024)
On November 13, 2024, I gave a lecture at the Cégep de l’Outaouais on the interaction between the body and the object in the history of art and technologies. Through classical and contemporary works, this discussion explored the evolution of artistic corporeality and the impact of technological innovations on the perception of the human body…
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Article: Arte Povera: Monument, Counter-Monument, and History (June 2024)
This article explores how Arte Povera redefines the notion of monument and memory through raw and ephemeral materials. By opposing traditional commemorative forms, these artists transform history into a living, critical, and participatory process. A reflection on the impact of this movement and its influence on contemporary memory practices.
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Exhibition Review : “Outre, artist: SMITH, curator: Thérèse St-Gelais”(May 2024)
The exhibition Outre by SMITH, curated by Thérèse St-Gelais, explores the notion of transcendence through weightlessness and bodily transformation. Between immersive video and photography, the artist questions identity, movement, and gravity as metaphors for posthuman mutations. This article analyzes how Outre redefines the relationship between science, art, and bodily perception.
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Choisir et Fonder: A Reflection on Chosen and Founded Families [March 13 > April 13, 2024]
In 2024, I co-curated Choisir et Fonder with Mona Greenbaum at Galerie UQO. Through JJ Levine’s portraits, the exhibition explores chosen and founded families, questioning emotional ties that transcend conventional boundaries.
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Article: Acquérir différemment: An Overview of Key Issues (April 2024)
This article reflects on the symposium Acquérir différemment (“Acquiring Differently”), which explores new strategies for acquiring artworks. In response to market challenges and issues of diversity, institutions are rethinking their practices to incorporate digital art, support emerging artists, and democratize access to creative work. A reflection on the future of collections and the need for…
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Galerie UQO Coordination: Artistic Project Development and Management (2021–2024)
From 2021 to 2024, as coordinator of Galerie UQO, I oversaw exhibition management, artistic production, and administration. I contributed to the dissemination of contemporary art by developing collaborations, supporting artists, and organizing interdisciplinary events. This experience reinforced the gallery’s role as a space for reflection and experimentation.
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Proofreading and Scientific Rigor: My Role within the International Journal of Literature and Arts (2024-…)
In 2024, I joined the International Journal of Literature and Arts as a reviewer, contributing to the evaluation and improvement of publications in literature and the arts. This peer-reviewed international journal fosters the dissemination of innovative and rigorous research, ensuring the scientific quality of the published work.
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Personification and Incarnation in the Creation of an NGO: A Transdisciplinary Applied Research (2023 – 2024)
How can the identity of an NGO be embodied through a character or mascot? My postdoctoral research explores this question by combining communication, pedagogical engineering, and artistic practices. Relying on Godefroy Doua Sienfonda’s project for the fight against malnutrition in Côte d’Ivoire, this study analyzes how an embodied figure can strengthen donor engagement and create…
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Driving the Movement: My Role on the Board of Directors of PenserDanser (2024)
In 2024, I joined the Board of Directors of PenserDanser, a dance and philosophy company led by the talented choreographer Marguerite Ingenito. This role enables me to contribute actively to the strategic direction of a vibrant and innovative artistic organization, while supporting its mission to rethink the boundaries of contemporary dance.
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Presentation: Exploring the Merleau-Pontian Tension in 20th-Century Art at Philopolis (February 24, 2024)
On February 24, 2024, during the Philopolis conference at McGill University, I presented “La tension merleau-pontienne du corps dans la production artistique du XXe siècle” (“The Merleau-Pontian Tension of the Body in 20th-Century Artistic Production”), exploring Merleau-Ponty’s influence on modern art and the perception of the body as a creative element.