This isn't science fiction. It's Bio-Design, and more specifically, Mycelium technology. It's a quiet revolution that's transforming the world of craftsmanship and sustainable design, and it might just find its promised land right here in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli. Imaginez que vous n'avez qu'à planter une graine... et attendre.

In the vibrant creative scene of Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, the sculpture capital and home of Le Socle, some figures stand out for their ability to inhabit multiple worlds simultaneously. This is certainly true of Christian Michaud, an artist whose talent extends far beyond the stage, finding equal expression in the quiet stillness of wood. Today, in our Creator Portraits series, we delve into the world of this talented sculptor and actor, who has honored us by acting as a mentor

Setting a price for a heartfelt creation is one of the most difficult tasks for an artist or craftsperson. If the price is too low, you won't cover your costs and you'll burn out. If it's too high without justification, sales will stagnate. At Socle, we too often see talented creators who "fudge" their prices by vaguely comparing themselves to others on Instagram. However, to make a living from your art in Quebec, you need to transition from the status of a passionate c

Le Socle enjoys exploring how technology can serve (or entertain!) artists and craftspeople. Recently, we asked ourselves a simple question: how does artificial intelligence "see" our local heritage? For this little test, we chose an essential icon of our region: The Goddess of the Sea of ​​Saint-Jean-Port-Joli. Pour ce petit test, nous avons choisi une icône incontournable de notre région : La Déesse de la Mer de Saint-Jean-Port-Joli.