Doris Charest is a multimedia artist from St. Albert, Alberta, whose work is deeply inspired by nature and the environment. Growing up on a farm, Doris developed a strong connection to the natural world, which has become the foundation of her artistic practice. Initially starting her career as a painter, Doris expanded her creative horizons during the COVID-19 pandemic by exploring sculpture, leading to a fusion of mediums that has defined her recent work.

Over the years, Doris has exhibited her work widely across Alberta and participated in group shows in British Columbia, the United States, and Quebec. She has shown her sculptures with prestigious organizations like the International Society of Experimental Artists (ISEA), where she won second place in the 2022 Innovations show and earned the title of 'Nautilus' member, a level above signature in the Society. She is also an active member of the Alberta Society of Artists.
Doris has been recognized with several awards, including the Sylvie Brabant Award from the Regroupement artistique francophone de l’Alberta for her contributions to the community, and an ISEA Scholarship in 2024. She has been featured as an artist at the Art Gallery of St. Albert and Edmonton Klondike Days, further establishing her presence in the Alberta art scene.

Doris Charest continues to evolve as an artist, driven by her passion for nature and her desire to inspire others to appreciate and protect the environment.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

Growing up on a farm in northern Alberta gave me a deep and lasting connection to nature—one that continues to guide my artistic practice. As a multidisciplinary artist, I explore our relationship with the natural world, focusing on its beauty, fragility, and extraordinary ability to renew itself. I invite viewers to pause, observe, and appreciate the subtle details that nature offers.
My creative process is a dialogue between myself, my materials, and the environment. Many of my sculptures hold quiet narratives or embedded memories, encouraging viewers to look closely and find their own interpretations. I’m inspired by kintsugi—the Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold—which embraces imperfections as part of an object’s history and beauty. This approach influences both my paintings and my sculptural work, where I draw from nature’s textures, shapes, and colours.
Ultimately, I aim to highlight the worth in what is often overlooked, celebrating imperfection as a form of resilience. Each piece becomes a collaboration between nature, materials, and imagination. My hope is to encourage a moment of pause, spark curiosity, and inspire a deeper, more poetic appreciation of the natural world.