For some reason or another I'm Facebook friends with Inuit throat singer Tanya 'Tagaq' Gillis and due to that I occasionally see some interesting Inuit art. I also remember a project from Uni which focused on worldwide, other than western, views on depicting imagery and upon choosing Inuit styles to study I find the overall perception of this art familiar, though the only name that sticks in mind is Jessie Oonark. Though the materials used could be considered controversial with skulls, claws, antlers and tusk making up the majority. I love the raw beauty found in these sculptures, evenmore so when they become wearable such as in the work of Ruben Anton Komangapik who includes jewellery in his range of sculpture based work. Another favourite is Davidee Itulu, the antler etchings are amazing! Here they are below:
Nick Sikkuark, Mark Tunglik, Emily Pangnerk Illuitok
John Terriak
Ruben Anton Komangapik
Davidialuk Alasua Amittu
Ruth Qaulluaryuk
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