A Career in Visual Arts
Richard Mill is a painter, photographer, and sculptor born in Quebec City, Canada. His artistic practice is diverse, encompassing drawings, silkscreens, and architectural integrations. Throughout his career, he has served as a regular professor at Université Laval from 1973 to 2009. His work has been exhibited extensively across Quebec, Canada, and France, with notable solo exhibitions held at Galerie Jolliet, the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec, and the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal. His pieces have also been featured in various traveling exhibitions throughout Canada, including shows in New Brunswick, Alberta, Ontario, and Nova Scotia.
Artistic Style and Recognition
Associated with the Minimalism movement, Mill's work has been described by critic René Payant as proposing the paradigms of minimalist art. His creative philosophy emphasizes a non-verbal mode of thought, suggesting that painting allows the brain to escape the constraints of verbal language. His contributions to the arts include serving as a founding member of the Chambre Blanche in Quebec and participating as a jury member for the Videre prize. His work is held in several collections, including the Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal and the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
Questions & Answers
How is Richard Mill's career divided into periods?
A chronological account of Richard Mill's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.
Can I browse Richard Mill's works by movement?
Richard Mill's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.
Can I explore Richard Mill's works by keyword?
Richard Mill's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.
Can I explore Richard Mill's works by color spectrum?
The Spectral Index page organizes Richard Mill's artworks by color.
