How to Study Canadian Painters

Canada is rich in culture and art. Many famous Canadian painters have influenced the world through their works. The Group of Seven, Inuit and First Nations art encompasses influential painters, sculptors and other Canadian artists. These 3 movements have been and continue to be the most influential movements in Canadian art.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

1. Study the Group of Seven's works. These 7 men, Lawren Harris, J.E.H. MacDonald, Arthur Lismer, Frederick Varley, Frank Johnston, Franklin Carmichael and A.Y. Jackson, decided to exhibit their works together in 1920 in Toronto. Their paintings offer detailed looks into Canadian wilderness and landscapes. The men wanted to record the Canadian beauty in a particular style. The Group of Seven soon became 10 and then more artists were asked to join.

2. Learn about First Nations Art which encompasses ceremonial, religious, tourism-inspired and contemporary art. Artists such as Joseph Jacobs, Alex Janvier, Norval Morrisseau, Daphne Odjig, Carl Ray, Allen Sapp and Bill Reid looked to spiritual roots and the history of Canada's first people (First Nations). This art inspired a new movement in the late 20th century and continues today.

3. Explore Inuit art. The Inuit is an aboriginal people who reside in Northern Canada, otherwise known as Eskimos. Inuit painters are still contributing and influencing Canadian art to this day.

4. Study the McMichael Canadian Art Collection website. This is the only gallery dedicated exclusively to the works of Canadian artists and how they influenced Canadian culture. Here you will find tons of information on influential painters.