Dulcie Belanger is a sculptural ceramic artist based in Montana, whose work is deeply rooted in her connection to nature, her community, and her lived experiences as a woman and mother. Growing up in Western Oregon, Dulcie developed a profound respect for the natural world, which continues to shape her artistic practice. Her work explores themes of identity, interdependence, and storytelling, addressing the delicate balance between humanity’s reverence for and dominance over the environment and cultures. At its core, her art calls for mutual respect among all species to foster harmony and ensure a sustainable future.
Drawing inspiration from folklore and tradition, Dulcie reimagines the narratives of ceramic art through a contemporary lens. Her distinctive style reflects her passion for storytelling and her commitment to fostering creativity within her community. Dulcie began her artistic journey at the Choteau Community Art Studio in Montana and studied art at the University of Montana. She continues to create in the Bitterroot Valley, with her work exhibited at spaces including The Artist Shop and 4 Ravens Gallery in Missoula, MT, and Art City in Hamilton, MT.
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Education
2020-2022 MAE, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT
1993-1997 BFA, University of Montana, Missoula, MT
Solo Shows
2023 Forest for the Trees, The Artist Shop, Missoula, MT
2019 Widening Circles, The Artist Shop, Missoula, MT
2019 Animal Affinity: A Natural Kinship, Montana Bliss Gallery, Hamilton, MT
Group Shows
2023 Meandering Pathways, Art City, Hamilton, MT
2023 Parts Less Seen, Missoula Artists’ Shop, Missoula, MT
2023 Meandering Pathways, Art City, Hamilton, MT
2022 Live in the Layers, w/ Dulcie Belanger, Art City, Hamilton, MT
2021 In our Town, Bliss Gallery, Hamilton, MT
2020 Cottonwood Community, Art City, Hamilton, MT
2020 Telephone Project
2019 Art and Conservation, Bitterroot Land Trust
2018 Art and Conservation, Bitterroot Land Trust, 2018
2018 Three Women Artists, Missoula Artists' Shop, Missoula, MT
2018 Wendy Tree: A Place of Holding, w/ Dulcie Belanger, Art City, Hamilton, MT
2017 Art and Conservation, Bitterroot Land Trust
2016 Art and Conservation, Bitterroot Land Trust
2016 Conversations with The Fox and The Hedgehog, Art City, Hamilton, MT
2014 The Fox and the Hedgehog, Art City, Hamilton, MT
1998 Labor of Love, 2nd place in show, Art West Gallery, Jackson, Wyoming
Artist in Residency
2007 Corvallis Primary K-4 A Mosaic for Every Classroom
2001 Founded Choteau Community Arts Studio