Fascinated by the natural world, Philippe Caron Lefebvre, translates natural phenomena into art, focusing on the metamorphosis and morphology of species, flora and fauna. Through immersive installations, he creates sensations through a dedicated material experimentation. His images and objects can provoke feelings of fear and disgust, while paradoxically being empowering and seductive. To explore this tension the artist has sourced his influence in the science-fiction genre. His practice seeks balance in new material paradigms, blending technical prowess against deskilling approaches. While exploring the legacy of sculpture, he advocates for the democratization of arts, crafts and sustainable practices.
Philippe Caron Lefebvre (b. 1986, Canada) is a French Canadian multidisciplinary visual artist. He spent his youth in the dense forests of the Laurentian Mountains, north of Montreal, Canada. Drawn by nature's mysteries and the impact of humans on wildlife, he has connected deeply to his roots while dreaming of alternative lifestyles. Initially apprenticed to a ceramist, he then completed his undergraduate degree at UQÀM, followed by a Master's degree in sculpture from Concordia University. He has participated in various artist residencies, including Atelierhaus Salzamt (Austria, 2022), Fondation La Napoule (France, 2022), Art OMI (USA, NY, 2019), and Banff Centre (Canada, 2018). His work has been exhibited in Japan, Italy, Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
Philippe Caron Lefebvre’s residency at NARS is made possible by Canada Council for the Arts and Quebec Art Council.
