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Trailblazer in Indigenous Art, Alex Janvier Dies at 89

Nao Yim / Published July 16, 2024 10:48 PM
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Alex Janvier, a key figure in contemporary Indigenous art in Canada, has passed away at 89.


His work is known for its vibrant abstractions that blend Indigenous symbolism with modernist styles.

 
He co-founded the Indian Group of Seven, transforming perceptions of Indigenous art.
He received numerous honors, including the Order of Canada, and maintained a lifelong studio in Cold Lake, Alberta.

Sayart / Nao Yim, yimnao@naver.com 

Alex Janvier, a key figure in contemporary Indigenous art in Canada, has passed away at 89.


His work is known for its vibrant abstractions that blend Indigenous symbolism with modernist styles.

 
He co-founded the Indian Group of Seven, transforming perceptions of Indigenous art.
He received numerous honors, including the Order of Canada, and maintained a lifelong studio in Cold Lake, Alberta.

Sayart / Nao Yim, yimnao@naver.com 

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