"Movements in Water" Exhibition at C.I.EAU

Laval, September 4, 2025
For immediate release

THE C.I.EAU UNVEILS THE EXHIBITION "MOUVEMENTS DANS L’EAU" BY HÉLÈNE DÉRY

A poetic contemplation of the movement of water through shapes, lines, and light

From September 19 to November 30, 2025, the Water Interpretation Center (C.I.EAU) will present the exhibition *Mouvements dans l’eau*, a series of works by professional artist Hélène Déry, also known as Hédé.

Held at the André-Perrault Gallery, this exhibition explores the relationship between water, memory, and artistic creation through linocuts, monotypes, and woodcuts.

Through her prints, the artist reveals the beauty of the foam, waves, bubbles, and reflections, inspired by nature and the rhythm of jazz. “Water is always in motion, like the passing of time. It can be clear and transparent, or dark and mysterious like a mirror,” explains Hédé.

The exhibition offers an artistic and poetic exploration of the world of water. It invites visitors to reflect on both its vital importance and its ability to inspire creativity. The works on display will also be available for purchase directly from the artist.

The C.I.EAU invites the media, partners, and special guests to a preview of the exhibition *Mouvements dans l’eau* at an opening reception to be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

By reservation, participants will have the opportunity to speak with artist Hélène Déry and view her works in a relaxed atmosphere. Guests will also be offered a tour of the C.I.EAU’s permanent exhibition.

Program:
5:00 PM: Welcome
5:15 PM: Opening remarks
5:30 PM: Unveiling in the André-Perrault Hall

'S AQUAGRAPHIE WORKSHOP On Saturday, September 27, 2025, Hélène Déry will lead AquaGraphie, a woodcut workshop open to the public! During this collaborative activity, the artist will guide participants through the process of printing a woodcut plate, offering a hands-on and interactive experience. The woodcut will then be photographed and displayed in the C.I.EAU museum’s exhibition hall for the remainder of the temporary exhibition, through November 30, 2025.

Date: September 27, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Cost: Free (registration required for the workshop)
Location: At C.I.EAU: 12 Rue Hotte, Laval, QC H7L 2R3

WORKSHOP REGISTRATION

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the variety of techniques used by Hédé, including monotype, linocut, and woodcut, and to observe how each technique captures the movement of water in a different way. The experience combines observation and participation, linking the contemplation of the works in the exhibition to the act of creating one’s own print, thereby giving visitors a concrete understanding of the artistic process and the materiality of printmaking.

With the help of our enthusiastic guides, visitors can take part in interactive lab workshops!

Participants are welcome to stay until 5 p.m. to round out their experience with a self-guided tour of the Water Trail, from river to river, and the temporary exhibition *Movements in Water* at the C.I.EAU.

About the artist

Hélène Déry, also known as Hédé, has spent years exploring the movement of water and the memory of landscapes through engraving and printmaking. Inspired by nature and the rhythm of life, her work combines monotypes, linocuts, and woodcuts to create unique pieces that capture the fluidity and beauty of water. Her creations have been exhibited at international festivals, galleries, and museums in Canada, Europe, Asia, and South America.

To learn more about her work, contact the artist

Professional artist member of CULTURE MONTÉRÉGIE
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://helenederyhede.odexpo.com
Artist profile: https://artistesduquebec.ca/dery-helene

About the Water Interpretation Center

The C.I.EAU is a unique and essential destination in the field of water in Quebec. Located within the Sainte-Rose drinking water treatment plant in Laval, this charitable organization is dedicated to promoting the protection and responsible use of water. It fulfills its mission through its permanent exhibition, its educational programs at Lab’eau, and all its other activities. The C.I.EAU is designed for visitors eager to learn more about the wonderful resource that is water.

Written by:
Lina Aarab

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Isabelle Côté, Executive Director
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