The Bearclaw Gallery carries a diverse selection of Canadian First Nations art including traditional Native and Inuit arts and crafts, original paintings and sculpture. The gallery features works by internationally acclaimed First Nations artists Daphne Odjig and Norval Morrisseau (both of whom are recipients of the Order of Canada), Alex Janvier, Jane Ash PoitrasRoy Thomas, Maxine Noel, Jim Logan, Aaron Paquette and many other Canadian native artists and Inuit artists.
     We are proud to offer an impressive selection of Inuit art featuring soapstone sculptures by a number of master carvers including Mathewsie Iyaituk, Kananginak Pootoogook, George Arlook, Nutaruk Iyaituk and Kiawak Ashoona.
     In addition to featuring West Coast and Iroquois Nations masks and carvings, the Bearclaw Gallery also carries a wide selection of works by Cree, Dene, Ojibway and Métis artists.
     Canadian Native artists continue to produce diverse, visually stunning, even controversial works that both explore and challenge contemporary and traditional themes. The Bearclaw Gallery’s fine art collection showcases the uniqueness, creativity and varied experiences of Canadian Native artists and First Nations cultures, traditions and histories.    

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Join us Saturday, May 3 for the opening reception of FESTIVAL SPIRIT,  New Works by Laird Goulet, with the artist in attendance from 1 - 4 PM.
"We are all connected to the universe, and yet at times feel so disconnected.  In this series of works I am recounting my memories of the Trappers Festival, a celebration of competition with family and friends.  It is through this spirit of festivity that we can reclaim that connection with the Oneness of our existence."


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Join us Saturday, April 21 for the opening reception of OIL DRUM, new works by Alex Janvier.  Meet Mr. Janvier between 1 - 4PM.  The exhibition continues through to May 4.

April 21 & 22 weekend is also Spring Gallery Walk.  Gallery Walk members will be open Saturday from 10AM - 5PM & Sunday from Noon - 4PM.


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