Tunnillie Pauloosie (1933–1999) was a distinguished Inuit artist from Cape Dorset, Nunavut. Known for his mastery in printmaking and sculpture, Pauloosie was an influential figure in the development of modern Inuit art. His works are celebrated for their intricate representations of traditional Inuit life, wildlife, and mythology, reflecting both personal and cultural narratives.
Pauloosie’s art gained widespread recognition through the West Baffin Eskimo Cooperative, which played a significant role in promoting Inuit art globally. His prints and sculptures have been featured in numerous exhibitions and are held in prestigious collections, including those of the Canadian Museum of History and the Art Gallery of Ontario.
His legacy endures through the continued appreciation of Inuit art and the impact he made in shaping the representation of Arctic cultures in the art world. (1933–1999) was a distinguished Inuit artist from Cape Dorset, Nunavut. Known for his mastery in printmaking and sculpture, Pauloosie was an influential figure in the development of modern Inuit art. His works are celebrated for their intricate representations of traditional Inuit life, wildlife, and mythology, reflecting both personal and cultural narratives.
Pauloosie’s art gained widespread recognition through the West Baffin Eskimo Cooperative, which played a significant role in promoting Inuit art globally. His prints and sculptures have been featured in numerous exhibitions and are held in prestigious collections, including those of the Canadian Museum of History and the Art Gallery of Ontario.
His legacy endures through the continued appreciation of Inuit art and the impact he made in shaping the representation of Arctic cultures in the art world.
