+++Artist of the month / April 2026+++
Mathieu Deschênes is a Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans visual arts and experimental music. Holding a Master's degree in Studio Art (Print Media) from Concordia University, he develops a body of work rooted in the exploration of painting, print media, performance, and collaborative forms.
Actively involved in Quebec's cultural scene, he serves as Vice-President of the Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels du Québec (RAAV), where he contributes to discussions on artistic governance and various contemporary issues.
Founder of several initiatives—including Galerie Deschênes, Espace des Mêmes, the Club Découverte label, and École Jean-Léon Deschênes—he designs spaces for creation, dissemination, and encounters for artists.
+++Artist of the month / April 2026+++
Mathieu Deschênes is a Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans visual arts and experimental music. Holding a Master's degree in Studio Art (Print Media) from Concordia University, he develops a body of work rooted in the exploration of painting, print media, performance, and collaborative forms.
Actively involved in Quebec's cultural scene, he serves as Vice-President of the Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels du Québec (RAAV), where he contributes to discussions on artistic governance and various contemporary issues.
Founder of several initiatives—including Galerie Deschênes, Espace des Mêmes, the Club Découverte label, and École Jean-Léon Deschênes—he designs spaces for creation, dissemination, and encounters for artists. His work has been presented in various institutional and alternative settings, including the Maison culturelle Armand-Vaillancourt, as well as at major events such as MUTEK.
In parallel, he develops an active musical practice within several projects, including MOAB, which leads him to perform on local stages. His approach is distinguished by a transdisciplinary perspective where creation, curating and community engagement intersect.
