Joie de Vivre, The Art of Norman Laliberte
March 5 – April 17
See the work of Norman Laliberte featuring select pieces from Laliberte’s critically acclaimed, internationally-renowned collection.
The Joie de Vivre exhibit contains 28 of Laliberte’s vibrant canvases, banners and sculptures creating a joyous, highly-symbolic celebration of life. His unmistakable works are full of rich imagery that is whimsical, exuberant and evocative. When first viewing Laliberte’s work, the viewer struck by the sheer energy of color and image. His palette is a kaleidoscope, ranging from warm reds and oranges to cool blues and greens.
Opening Reception: March 6
Ballroom Gallery
Norman Laliberte Exhibit at the Marblehead Arts Association
Marblehead, MA – The works of Nahant artist Norman Laliberte, who passed away in September 2021, will be shown in the Ballroom Gallery of the Marblehead Arts Association (MAA) in an exhibit entitled Joie de Vivre from March 5 through April 17, 2022.
“The Marblehead Arts could not be happier to once again display the works of Norman Laliberte on the walls of our King Hooper Mansion. We are proud to be able to offer our community, our membership and collectors the opportunity to view works of this prolific, accomplished artist who was a long-time friend and supporter of the MAA”, said Catherine Amidon, director of the Marblehead Arts.
The Joie de Vivre exhibit contains 28 of Laliberte’s vibrant canvases, banners and sculptures creating a joyous, highly-symbolic celebration of life. His unmistakable works are full of rich imagery that is whimsical, exuberant and evocative. When first viewing Laliberte’s work, the viewer is struck by the sheer energy of color and image. His palette is a kaleidoscope, ranging from warm reds and oranges to cool blues and greens.
“Norman believed strongly in supporting art, community and community art organizations. I’m sure he would be thrilled to once again have his work on the walls of the Marblehead Arts Association, said Laurel Laliberte, Norman’s wife.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts of French-Canadian parents, Norman Laliberté grew up in Montreal, returning to the U.S. to complete his education in Chicago. He first achieved international recognition for hanging eighty-eight at the Vatican Pavilion of the 1964 New York World’s Fair. That led to many large-scale installations and commissions that shaped his career. This includes colorful aluminum panels at Logan Airport’s International Terminal.
His abundant talents have been the subject of over 100 solo shows across America and Canada. He has written, designed or illustrated some 35 books and his work can be found in over 75 major public and corporate collections, including the Smithsonian Institute, the Nelson A. Rockefeller Collection, and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
The Marblehead Arts Association is free and open to the public Tues – Sun 12-5 p.m.