Norval Morrisseau (Anishinaabe)
| Norval Morrisseau | |
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| Occupation | artist |
Norval Morrisseau was an artist regarded as the grandfather of contemporary Indigenous art in Canada.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- Home community: Anishinaabe[2]
- September 2013: Armand Garnet Ruffo wrote a creative biography about this acclaimed artist.[3]
- October 2013: The significance of the work of Norval Morrisseau is celebrated internationally but remains under-recognized within Canada. Art historian Carmen Robertson compares the importance of the visual language developed by Norval Morrisseau to Cubism. Some of the finest examples of art produced by Norval Morrisseau are located in Thunder Bay. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).[4]
- October 2013: His early drawings serve as an influence for the artistic style of Donald Chretien.[5]
- August 2015: His discussions regarding his use of colour and artistic methods had a lasting impact on Candace Twance. He met Candace Twance several years prior to 2015.[6]
- February 2018: His use of power lines in his work served as an inspiration for the artists in the Converging Lines: Recent Artwork from the Northwest exhibit.[7]
- May 2018: He once lived in Beardmore next door to Margaret Hedican. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).[8]
- January 2020: His artwork was featured on accessories, such as scarves and bags, during the Thunder Bay Indigenous Fashion Week. Model Beverly Bannon described wearing his designs as a way of honouring him. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).[9]
- August 2020: Norval Morrisseau is credited as the creator of the Woodland School of Anishinaabe art. His artistic style was adapted and re-imagined for the cover design of the novel Firekeeper's Daughter.[2]
- November 2020: He was a champion of the Woodland School of Art style of painting. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).[10]
- November 2020: His artwork is cited as an example of Indigenous culture that is widely applauded by the Canadian public.[11]
- December 2022: His artwork served as the inspiration for a poem read by Al Hunter during the event. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).[12]
- August 2023: His work in the Woodland style served as a significant influence on the artistic development of Donald Chrétien.[13]
- March 2024: Joshua LeClair was inspired by the vibrant colours used in the paintings of Norval Morrisseau.[14]
- May 2024: His artistic style and the depth of his work served as a significant influence for Michael Couchie.[15]
- July 2026: His artwork, featured in a book discovered by Frank Polson in prison, influenced Polson's artistic style.[16]
- October 2026: Steve Snake included two portraits of Norval Morrisseau at different ages in his 2026 solo exhibition. The artistic legacy of Norval Morrisseau served as an inspiration for the collection displayed at the Bloch Bauers Gallery of Fine Art.[17]
- October 2026: A 22-foot long mural by the artist is on display at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery until January 3. He is considered a foundational figure or grandfather of contemporary Indigenous art in Canada. His masterwork was unveiled in September 2026 after being on loan from EA Studios Calgary. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Thunder Bay Art Gallery brings Virginia McCoy’s art home in retrospective exhibition", Anishinabek News, 29 October 2026 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Anishinaabe artist work to be featured on soon-to-be-released coming-of-age story", Anishinabek News, 17 August 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Ruffo’s first film featured Sept. 27 on APTN", Anishinabek News, 13 September 2013 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "The genius of Morriseau", Anishinabek News, 6 October 2013 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "‘Tree of life’ stood out in the crowd", Anishinabek News, 25 October 2013 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Pic Mobert artist began art to explore identity and express emotions", Anishinabek News, 18 August 2015 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek and Red Rock artists part of Converging Lines exhibit", Anishinabek News, 1 February 2018 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek artist publishes book to celebrate creating art for others", Anishinabek News, 16 May 2018 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Inaugural Thunder Bay Indigenous Fashion Week closes with Indigenous runway show", Anishinabek News, 10 January 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Woodlands in an urban centre – new mural in Sudbury celebrates Mother Nature, Seven Grandfathers teachings", Anishinabek News, 4 November 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Opinion: Political words about treaties ooze hypocrisy", Anishinabek News, 6 November 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Ontario Native Women’s Association hosts 7th Annual Poetry Night", Anishinabek News, 9 December 2022 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Woodland art is freedom for artist Donald Chrétien", Anishinabek News, 8 August 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Biigtigong Nishnaabeg artist reclaims language through art workshops", Anishinabek News, 11 March 2024 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Anishinaabe artist Michael Couchie in solo exhibition at the Capitol Centre WKP Kennedy Gallery", Anishinabek News, 16 May 2024 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Frank Polson painted over the dark times", Anishinabek News, 10 July 2026 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Art lovers pack Steve Snake’s solo exhibition", Anishinabek News, 20 October 2026 (archived copy; original article).