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Daphne Odjig (1919–2016)
Trailblazing Indigenous Canadian Artist and Cultural Advocate
Daphne Odjig was a pioneering Indigenous Canadian artist whose work bridged traditional Anishinaabe narratives with modernist aesthetics, profoundly influencing the trajectory of contemporary Indigenous art in Canada. Born on September 11, 1919, on the Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory of Manitoulin Island, Ontario, she was of Odawa-Potawatomi and English descent. Her early artistic inclinations were nurtured by her grandfather, Jonas Odjig, a stone carver who introduced her to the rich tapestry of Indigenous legends and the expressive potential of curvilinear design .
Odjig's distinctive style evolved to incorporate elements of cubism, expressionism, and Indigenous pictographic traditions. Her compositions, characterized by bold lines, overlapping forms, and vibrant colors, explored themes of family, mythology, and the complexities of Indigenous identity. In 1973, she co-founded the Professional Native Indian Artists Inc., colloquially known as the "Indian Group of Seven," alongside artists like Norval Morrisseau and Alex Janvier, to challenge the marginalization of Indigenous artists in the mainstream art world .
Throughout her illustrious career, Odjig received numerous accolades, including the Order of Canada in 1986, the Governor General's Award in Visual and Media Arts in 2007, and multiple honorary doctorates . Her works are held in prestigious collections worldwide, such as the National Gallery of Canada and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Odjig passed away on October 1, 2016, in Kelowna, British Columbia, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and resonate within the art community.
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5% |
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Infinite |
17.5% |
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