Québec's 8th Manif d'art Biennale Focuses on 'The Art of Joy' at National Museum and Other Venues

The 8th edition of Manif d'art, Québec's biennale, was held from February 18 to May 14, 2017, under the theme 'The Art of Joy.' This contemporary art event took place primarily at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec, with additional locations across the city also hosting exhibitions. Organized as a major cultural manifestation, the biennale presented a diverse range of artistic works exploring concepts of joy and celebration. The event was documented in the May 2017 issue of artpress magazine, specifically in pages 18-19 of issue number 444. As Québec's premier biennial exhibition, Manif d'art brought together artists and audiences for a three-month engagement with contemporary artistic practices centered on positive emotional expression. The biennale's programming spanned multiple venues throughout Québec City, creating a city-wide artistic experience. This edition continued the biennale's tradition of thematic exploration through visual arts, maintaining its position as a significant event in Canada's contemporary art calendar.