Anirnik Ragee facts for kids

Anirnik Ragee (born 1935) is a talented Inuit artist. She is known for her unique and colorful artworks, especially her prints.

Early Life

Anirnik Ragee was born in 1935 on South Baffin Island. This is a large island in Nunavut, Canada. Her parents were also artists. Their names were Jamasie Teevee and Angotigolu Teevee.

Her Art Career

Anirnik Ragee is famous for her artwork. One of her most well-known pieces is a print called "Field of Verse." She created this artwork in 2004.

About "Field of Verse"

"Field of Verse" is a type of print called a lithograph. This means it was made using a special printing process. The artwork uses many bright colors. You can see yellow, orange, red, blue, green, and purple. It also has brown and black.

The print shows many Inuktitut words. Inuktitut is the language of the Inuit people. These words are layered and seem to move across the page. They create interesting shapes and patterns. It looks like a complex word puzzle.

When you look closely, you might only see small parts of the words. But from a distance, the artwork changes. It can look like swirling skies or layered horizons. It invites you to imagine different things.

Where to See Her Work

Anirnik Ragee's art is important. It is displayed in several famous museums. You can find her work at the National Gallery of Canada. It is also in the National Portrait Gallery in the United States. Another place to see her art is the University of Michigan Museum of Art.