A Life in Visual Arts
Born in Ottawa, Canada, Pierre Dorion is a visual artist, painter, photographer, and installation artist who currently lives and works in Montréal. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Ottawa. Throughout his career, Dorion has participated in numerous artistic events and exhibitions across various locations, including Montréal, Bologna, Taiwan, and the Netherlands. His work has been showcased in significant venues such as the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal and the Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal.
Between 1990 and 1994, Dorion produced a series of self-portraits, with the initial works presented at the Galerie René Blouin and later at the CIAC. His artistic presence has been recognized through honors such as the 1997 Prix Louis-Comtois, awarded by the Ville de Montréal in collaboration with the Association des Galeries d’Art Contemporain.
Exhibitions and Collections
Dorion's work is held in several prominent public collections and institutions, including:
His exhibition history spans decades, featuring solo shows and group exhibitions in cities such as Beijing, Rome, and Toronto. Notable exhibitions include Chambres avec vues at VOX in 2018 and À ciel ouvert. Le Nouveau Pleinairisme at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec in 2012.
