Laurentien Coloured Pencils

In this short film, I share a special find from a local thrift shop—a used pack of Laurentien coloured pencils that instantly transported me back to childhood. Proudly made in Canada, Laurentien pencils were a staple of my youth. Every school year, I welcomed a new pack—well-crafted, high-quality, and filled with beautifully unique colors and names: Cloud Grey, Cherry Red, Celery Green, Lemon Yellow, Lawn Green, Peacock Blue… I romanticize about the days when products were made locally, with quality and craftsmanship as top priorities. These coloured pencils continue to be a vital thread in my creative practice.

Strangely, now living in the Laurentians Qu, the cabin on the pack looks a lot like my neighbourhood.