Québec Digital Art in the Spotlight in New York

From October 22 to 24, the Québec Digital Art event will showcase Québec digital art in New York. The Conseilquébécois des arts médiatiques unveiled the program on the

event’s application, #QDANY. Several

exhibitions will provide a platform for nearly fifteen Québec digital-arts artists. In brief, Québec Digital Art in New York offers a concentrated view of the vitality of media arts from Québec. The program brings together exhibitions, performances, screenings and encounters designed to reach audiences, professionals and institutions in one of the world’s major cultural capitals. The event highlights artists whose practices explore image, sound, interactivity, installation and new technologies. By presenting them in New York, the organizers [THE USER]help

between Québec creators and international networks. This initiative is also a sign of recognition. Québec digital art has developed a strong identity over the years, supported by festivals, artist-run centres, research groups and cultural institutions. Québec Digital Art gives this ecosystem a visible presence abroad. For Printemps numérique, the project confirms that Montréal and Québec do not only host digital creativity; they exportit. The event contributes to strengtheningthe international reach of localartists and to positioning Québec asa major territory for mediaarts.