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Mission<\/h4>\nThe Sutton School of Art is a non-profit organization dedicated
\nto the artistic awakening of children through access to various visual arts techniques and epxressions.\n
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The Sutton School of Art is a multidisciplinary and intersectoral art center working to bring together artists and children, dedicated to free explorations and artistic presentations through exhibitions, screenings, performances and artist residencies in research-creation.<\/p>\n

Since its opening in 2016, the non-profit organization has been committed to the development of youth and artists, and our extensive programming aims to develop their full creative potential.<\/p>\n\t

Passionate about the arts since childhood, I studied art history and cultural management.<\/p>\n

For me, happiness means meeting artists and exploring the world through new experiences and through travel.<\/p>\n

When my children were born, I chose to offer them an artistic education through a project that would bring the community together.”<\/p>\nAnne-Marie Lavigne,
\n<\/em>Founder and Executive Director\n

\n\t\t\tVision\t<\/h3>\n\t

The Sutton School of Art is a place where art is a process of free expression. Artistic practices are expressed on a daily basis through unique experiences and collective creations. Individual explorations in art enable not only personal growth but also social engagement.<\/p>\n\t

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Content \/ experiences that recharge your batteries<\/h5>

We offer a wide range of activities for people of all ages. We engage in ongoing reflection on the meaning of creation and the place of art in society.<\/p>\n\t

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Opening \/ meetings to exchange ideas<\/h5>

We encourage interactions between guest artists, filmmakers and authors, cultural organizations, communities and families. Disseminating works of art enables us to share knowledge and open up dialogue.<\/p>\n\t

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Place \/ a space to settle<\/h5>

Our site is made up of creative spaces full of life and in constant motion. And is a playground for exploration. It’s a cross between an art gallery and a large, cosy country house.<\/p>\n\t

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Destination \/ moments of wonder<\/h5>

As a cultural and tourist destination in the Eastern Townships, you can enjoy multidisciplinary exhibitions, unique workshops and unique events. It’s also an opportunity to discover young artists through their first artworks.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tStatement of values\t<\/h3>\n

\n\t\t\t01\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tOf service to children\t<\/h5>\n\t

We are an art school rooted in the community, serving families year-round, and a rallying place that fosters social diversity.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tNOURISH CREATIVITY\t<\/h5>\n\t

We offer an art education through meaningful encounters with artists and their work. The transformative power of the arts fosters innovation, self-discovery and a deeper sense of belonging and community.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tSTIMULATING DIALOGUE\t<\/h5>\n\t

Reflecting on the meaning of art and humanity is central to our programming. We invite young people to take part in conversations and reflect on solutions to the challenges of shaping our societies.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tENCOURAGE SHARING\t<\/h5>\n\t

We’re an organization that fosters the collective wealth of the whole community, and the sharing of knowledge, spaces, tools, ideas and assets. The Art School was built and continues to evolve thanks to the donations and generosity of our partners.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tAPPRECIATE CULTURAL DIVERSITY\t<\/h5>\n\tThe local heritage is showcased in our school by our
\nThe region’s heritage is enhanced in our school by our objective to offer bilingual programs in French and English, and to promote Aboriginal languages such as Abenaki. Hosting international artistic delegations opens up new cultural horizons.\n

\n\t\t\tHistory\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

2016<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Volunteering<\/h5>\n

Designing ballet sets with 200 children. Students create a mural in the Sutton elementary school cafeteria, in collaboration with the mural artist MC Baldassari<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

2017 – 2018<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

First weeks of art camps<\/h4>

Welcoming 24 children over 2 weeks, with the expertise of some 20 artists.
The architectural exploration camp presents its achievements at the Palais des congr\u00e8s de Montr\u00e9al. The school’s first summer pavilion is designed in collaboration with architect Pierre Thibault.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

2019<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Purchase of the former Sutton creamery<\/h4>

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Second year of architecture camps, third year of art camps and increased capacity of 500 visitors.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

2020-2021<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Maintaining comprehensive programming<\/h4>

Full summer operation during the pandemic, with around 100 children enrolled. Founding of the Board of Directors, first artist residencies, first Open House, first small Book Fairs.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

2022<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Consolidation phase<\/h4>

20,000 visitors annually: 24 camps offered, 80 authors invited to the Little Book Fair, 14 Qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois films screened. New partnerships with organizations such as La Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 des arts technologiques de Montr\u00e9al, La Maison de l’architecture du Qu\u00e9bec, Vermont’s Bread and Puppet Theater and the Knowlton Film Festival.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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