By : Diane Laberge.
In the heart of Brome Lake, Claire Léger has become a central figure in local philanthropy and arts patronage. For many years, this passionate art lover has worked to showcase homegrown talent while supporting a host of local cultural organizations.
In September, Claire Léger bought out her partner, Michel Gamache, to become the sole owner of ART LAB on Knowlton Road.
It’s a creative space shared by seven artists working in different disciplines. I want to make it a lively place where people from the community feel free to just drop in.
She hopes the studio will become an active part of the local cultural scene. “Residents, young art students, budding artists or Sunday strollers, I’d love to see them all make the place their own,” says Claire Léger, adding that several workshop ideas are currently in the works.
In service to the community
You’ve probably noticed Claire Léger’s name on several cultural venues and activities — the Salle Claire Léger at Theatre Lac-Brome and Espace Claire Léger at the Arts Sutton gallery, to name a couple. A number of festivals also benefit from her generosity, including the Knowlton Film Festival and the Festival international Harmonies Celtiques. A donation to Leporello helped renovate the space, making it a must-visit stop for art lovers.
She also donated 11 monumental sculptures to the Town of Brome Lake, which can be seen in the heart of the village and along the trail.
Beyond the arts, Claire Léger also cares deeply about local youth.
Action Communautaire Lac-Brome recently opened the HUB to bring young people together and offer support services to families. I’m very proud of this project.
Claire Léger believes in the healing power of art.
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