Samwillie Mickpegak

Place: Great Whale River / Kuujjuaraapik

Born: 1922

Biography:

Samwillie Mickpegak is an Inuit artist from Great Whale River / Kuujjuaraapik. He was born in 1922 and has been creating artworks since the mid-20th century. Samwillie's work often features scenes of hunting and daily life in his community, with a focus on capturing the beauty and resilience of Inuit culture. His sculptures are made from materials such as stéatite (soapstone) and ivory, and he is known for his skillful use of line and form to create dynamic compositions. Samwillie's work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, including the Art Gallery of Hamilton and the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec.