HAWKESBURY, March 31 2021 – The Chenail Cultural Centre is hosting an exhibition of the works of artist Mique Michelle, which will take place beginning on Saturday, April 3 and will remain until May 23.

Mique Michelle is a Franco-Ontarian artist well versed in mixed media and gifted in the art of graffiti and elaboration of murals. Her work is often composed of eye-catching, bright colours and can be found in galleries, public buildings, and art venues.

Through her art and work as a visual art facilitator, Mique Michelle seeks to change the negative stigmas associated with graffiti and urban art. Anyone interested can visit her website or her Instagram page @miquemichelle. The artworks will be on sale for the duration of the exhibition.

The Chenail Cultural Centre complies with social distancing laws issued by the Ontario provincial government. Visitors are asked to bring a mask and maintain a distance of two metres. Anyone experiencing symptoms such as fever, onset or aggravation of a cough, difficulty breathing or sudden loss of smell unaccompanied by nasal congestion, is asked to please stay home.

The mission of the Chenail Cultural Centre is to promote arts, culture, and heritage and through its management of the Tourist Information Centre in Hawkesbury. It is housed in Maison de l’Île, a historic building dating back to 1832 in Confederation Park, located on l’île du Chenail in Hawkesbury.

Anyone wishing more information can contact the Chenail Cultural Centre at 613-632-9555.

Photo courtesy of Mique Michelle