Lhe self-taught painter and collagist Adèle Blais is recognized for her way of highlighting women and their stories. As part of International Women’s Rights Day, she innovates by launching filters that are both creative and historical.
“During the pandemic, I hit a ceiling. I was tired of social media, selfies and filters that change the face. I was also exhausted from promoting my paintings via social platforms in front of the impossibility of doing otherwise. “
“Like what it’s when you hit a wall that inspiration comes”, admits Adèle Blais.
It was while watching an advertisement for Apple headphones that the idea germinated: “you have to combine the art and technology of the future. “
Thus, three filters were created from the artist’s works which usually combine pencil, paint, texture and collage. Adèle Blais is also delighted to have been able to take advantage of the pandemic to surround herself with “the best” in the field of augmented reality.
“Frankly, I know absolutely nothing about this technology. But if women’s history can flow in this way, my heart will be filled with happiness. “
The filters of the impressionist painter Berthe Morisot, the seamstress and survivor Ada Blackjack as well as that of the painter Frida Kahlo will be available all over the world via Facebook and Instagram, in particular.
“This is the start of my greatest creative adventure. I step out of my usual comfort zone, but I know how to surround myself well. In all spheres of this daring, highly technological and ambitious project, I have the best partners and collaborators from all over the world. “
Adèle Blais would like to thank Les Productions Diverso, Martin Skorek and Benoit Gagné for having plunged into this adventure with her.
” And that’s just the beginning! You might end up seeing my artwork right in your living rooms, who knows? “
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