In December 2024, my article “Geneviève Matthieu à corps perdu” (Geneviève Matthieu in Full Commitment) was published in Si les choses étaient différentes, nous ferions autrement (If Things Were Different, We Would Do Otherwise), a work directed by Carmelle Adam and myself at Galerie UQO. This work explores the practice of the artist duo Geneviève Matthieu and their impact on contemporary performance in Quebec.
Reference of the conference proceedings:
“Geneviève Matthieu à corps perdu,” in Si les choses étaient différentes, nous ferions autrement, conference proceedings, under the direction of Carmelle Adam and Jessica Ragazzini, Galerie UQO.
A Hybrid and Experimental Performative Practice
Geneviève Matthieu, a notable figure in the Quebec art scene, develops an approach where performance, music, installation, and curatorship intersect. My article analyzes how their work pushes the boundaries of traditional art by integrating scenic and sonic elements that challenge established codes.
The Body as a Medium for Critical Reflection
By exploring corporeality and the staging of the self, the duo engages in a reflection on the artist’s place within their own performative setup. My analysis highlights how their works generate a dialogue between the intimate and the collective, the spontaneous and the orchestrated.
An Interdisciplinary Work on Performance and Curatorship
Si les choses étaient différentes, nous ferions autrement (If Things Were Different, We Would Do Otherwise) offers an in-depth look at performance in Quebec, incorporating a retrospective exhibition, an artistic residency, and a symposium. The work weaves together theoretical analyses, testimonials, and visual documents for a comprehensive understanding of the challenges in performative and curatorial practice.