The immersive urban art installation "Où tu vas quand tu dors en marchant?" is currently occupying the industrial spaces of the Saint-Sauveur district in Quebec [1, 2].
This project brings high-concept art into a working industrial environment, shifting the experience from traditional gallery spaces to the streets. By placing these works in the heart of a neighborhood, the Festival Carrefour aims to create an emotional shock for viewers through immersive storytelling.
The walking tour consists of four distinct tableaux [1]. These installations are designed to play on the clash of emotions as visitors move through the industrial landscape. The project is a collaborative effort involving dozens of artisans [4].
This current presentation is scheduled to run until June 7, 2026 [3]. The installation is part of a broader series of presentations planned for 2026 and 2027 within the framework of the Festival Carrefour [3].
The move to Saint-Sauveur represents a change in venue for the work. In 2025, the walking tour was previously presented in the Vieux-Québec area [5]. The transition from the historic old city to the industrial sectors of Saint-Sauveur alters the context of the art, integrating the grit of industrial architecture into the emotional experience of the viewer.
“The walking tour consists of four distinct tableaux”
The relocation of the installation from the tourist-heavy Vieux-Québec to the industrial Saint-Sauveur district signals a shift toward 'site-specific' art. By utilizing the raw aesthetic of industrial spaces, the organizers are leveraging the environment to amplify the emotional contrast of the artworks, effectively turning the city's infrastructure into a gallery.
