Anirnik Oshuitoq facts for kids
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Anirnik Oshuitoq
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| Born | 1902 aboard the ship Arctic
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| Died | 1983 (aged 80–81) Cape Dorset, Canada
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| Nationality | Canadian; Inuit |
| Known for | Printmaking, drawing |
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Notable work
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The Oracle, 1966 |
Anirnik Oshuitoq (Inuktitut: ᐊᓂᓂ, 1902-1983) was a talented Inuit artist. She was known for her amazing drawings and prints. Her artwork was shown in the famous Cape Dorset Annual Print Collections. This happened every year from 1961 to 1974.
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Life of Anirnik Oshuitoq
Anirnik Oshuitoq grew up living a traditional Inuit lifestyle. This meant her family moved around often. They followed the seasons and animals for hunting and survival. She married and later had a daughter named Ningeeuga Oshuitoq. Her daughter also became a well-known artist.
Moving to Cape Dorset
In the early 1960s, Anirnik and her family settled in Cape Dorset. This community is in Canada's Arctic region. Living in Cape Dorset helped her develop her artistic skills. She focused on drawing and making prints.
Artistic Style and Themes
Anirnik's art is special because it mixes different ideas. She often drew about Inuit spirituality and traditional beliefs. But she also included images from the culture of settlers. This blend made her artwork unique and interesting.
Major Art Exhibitions
Anirnik Oshuitoq's art was shown in many important exhibitions. She regularly took part in the Cape Dorset Graphics shows. These shows happened throughout the 1960s and early 1970s.
Notable Exhibitions
Her work was also featured in two big art shows.
- Grasp Tight the Old Ways: Selections from the Klamer Family Collection of Inuit Art was held at the Art Gallery of Ontario. This show ran from 1983 to 1985.
- Inuit Modern was another major exhibition. It was also held at the Art Gallery of Ontario in 2011. These exhibitions helped share her art with many people.
Art Collections
Anirnik Oshuitoq's prints are part of several important public art collections. This means her artwork is owned by museums and galleries. People can visit these places to see her art.
Where to See Her Art
Her artwork can be found in these major collections:
