Décomposer le réel

During this writing workshop, let yourself be guided by tarot cards to write whatever comes to mind! Using the literary tarot deck created by Quebec poet Louise Warren, you will draw a card and let your intuition guide your pen. With gentleness and precision, Geneviève Dufour will introduce you to the principles of automatic writing and guide you in creating a free-form text, in prose or verse.

No prior experience is necessary. The only prerequisite is the desire to write. We'll take care of the rest.

Program

The activity begins with a guided tour of the exhibition, focusing on the rich universe of Niki de Saint Phalle and her reinvention of the 22 major arcana of the tarot. A foray into the artist's imaginary worlds, rich in symbols and freedom. In the workshop, you will then immerse yourself in the game.

Writing workshops at the Museum

Do you love words? Are you curious to see what they might reveal? Or are you simply looking for a moment to let yourself be carried away by the urge to write? These workshops are for you. 

For a few hours, in small groups, we let go of expectations, put aside judgment, and dive in. A prompt, a work of art for inspiration, a little time... and off we go. We write whatever comes to mind, however it comes. And sometimes we share. Always in a spirit of simplicity.

These workshops are designed to spark your imagination, explore new avenues, and dare to try unexpected forms. All you have to do is open yourself up to what happens when you take the time to write.