Jean-Gilles Francoeur

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Self-taught, Jean-Gilles has perfected cabinetwork over the last 20 years and has become passionate about woodturning in the last six years. He favors simple but creative designs that emphasize the raw character of the wood. He loves to combine different species and works with shapes, textures and colors to highlight the natural beauty of each piece. Jean-Gilles was awarded various prizes at the Valley Wood turners Competition, one of which being “Best of Show” in 2004. He has contributed to the Government of Canada bank of presents for foreign dignitaries, has appeared on CTV’s Regional Contact and has exhibited his work in various municipal and commercial galleries in the Ottawa region.

Autodidacte, Jean-Gilles perfectionne les techniques de l΄ébénisterie depuis plus de 20 ans et est devenu passionné du tournage sur bois dans les six dernières années. Il affectionne un style simple et créatif qui met l'accent sur le caractère brut du bois. Il aime marier les espèces et composer avec les formes, les textures et les couleurs afin de mettre en valeur la beauté naturelle de chaque pièce. Jean-Gilles a remporté divers prix à la compétition Valley Wood turners, dont le "Best of Show" en 2004. Il a contribué à la banque de cadeaux du Gouvernement du Canada, a paru à l΄émission Regional Contact de CTV et a exposé ses oeuvres dans diverses galeries municipales et commerciales de la région d΄Ottawa.

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