Looty Pijamini is a celebrated sculptor and artist hailing Kangiqtugaapik (Clyde River), NU who is currently based out of Ausuittuq (Grise Fiord), NU. His work often revolves around themes of Inuit life and sovereignty in addition to involving difficult discussions such as Inuit exile, challenging living conditions and government structures that have negatively impacted Inuit ways of living. Pijamini has exhibited his work across the country and his works are on display in the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, Yellowknife, NT and abroad. Pijamini has won many awards for his art and has appeared in many publications including the "Inuit Art Quarterly."
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