The geometric motifs in Christine Vaillancourt's
paintings inspired her to use simple 3D forms in
primary colours for this sculpture. The title Primary
Matter reflects the importance of calling attention to
the urgent need for more research and prevention
of brain diseases. It's a highly personal cause.
Vaillancourt has had people close to her affected by
brain illness, including a friend with schizophrenia,
an aunt with dementia and a cousin with a traumatic
brain injury. This, in part, was her motivation for
becoming involved in The Brain Project.
PRIMARY MATTER
Christine Vaillancourt
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