Sylvain Ruest. Sculptor. Carver. La Pocatiere, Quebec. Active late 20th century – .
Sylvain Ruest makes carvings of children at play – essentially sculpting his childhood memories. He sculpts in wood and other ‘as found’ materials – always painting his creations. His sculptures express great charm and simplicity. He displays his work around Quebec including at the annual Festival of Folk Art Sculptures at Saint-Ulric, Quebec near Matane.
Examples of the work of Sylvain Ruest:
Sylvain Ruest. Young Boy and Bird.
A boy with his Dog:
Sylvain Ruest. Walking the dog.
