Art for Amnesty

NEW DIRECTION: Roadsworth’s “Lonesome Vista”

Montreal street artist Roadsworth will unveil his first canvas pieces tonight, Thursday, Nov. 19 at 6.p.m. at the Eastern Bloc (7240 Clark, 2nd floor), in the name of human rights.

Roadsworth, whose urban graffiti is already familiar to city-dwellers, is one of many local artists including Guillaume Simoneau, Julie Ouellet, Jason Botkin, Mike Patten and Valérie PIcard participating in the multimedia exhibition and silent auction Contemporary Art for Amnesty International, which will raise funds for the human rights organization.

Known for his cartoon-style drawings on city asphalt, Roadsworth is excited to work in a new medium. “You can expect to see more of it from me,” he says.

The night also features music and videos from VJs Mâ and Chocobeets. “Overall, the evening gives a broad overview of a dynamic art scene in Montreal,” says Choco-Beets. “In these times of paranoia and grumpiness, wouldn’t it just feel good to support a cause by going to an art show?”

Tickets cost $40 (75 per cent tax deductible), $25 for students.

by ELISABETH FAURE