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GARNET TOBACCO
We represent the entire collection of Cree artist Garnet Tobacco.
BIOGRAPHY
Cultural Background: Cree, Moose Lake Manitoba
Garnet Tobacco, a Cree artist, was born on February 6th, 1964 in Moose Lake, Manitoba.
The Buffalo is his family crest symbol.
Garnet, a prolific talent, has been painting for over twenty years and occasionally sculpts
in soapstone
and wood. He apprenticed under Isaac Bignell, a prominent artist who has passed away.
Bignell’s style and form greatly influenced Garnet who is preserving it to this day. Fluid lines,
soft earthy tones against simple stylized backgrounds are all characteristics that have
attracted many collectors. Garnet has works in private collections throughout Germany,
Austria, Switzerland, Australia, U.S.A and Canada. His work has also been displayed
at the Art Expo in Calgary.
Some of the animals that he loves to paint are those common to the plains region such as bison,
herons, eagles, and hawks, but he also explores the marine world with his salmon, whales and
turtles, as well as some truly delightful works depicting subjects like the butterfly,
hummingbirds and loons.
Garnet’s friendship with his teacher, Isaac Bignell, was something he treasured, so preserving
Isaac’s style keeps his identity alive for many to understand and collect.
AUTHENTIC INDIGENOUS. Artist's cultural background: Cree.
Edition Size of 195.
Printed on either 310gsm fine art paper or satin poly-cotton canvas with water resistant surface.
Printed with UV resistant inks. Canvas is printed with pre-selected border.
The artist or copyright holder has been paid a royalty for the sale of this product.
Printed & made in Canada