The only way to truly appreciate the skill and artistry of the Inuit is to see their work in its original home. You will see how it varies from one community to the next. techniques, materials, and subject matter differ from Artist to artist. Working with the resources available to them, Inuit artists, carvers, and artisans have fashioned some of the world’s most treasured Art and Handicrafts. From the traditional soapstone carvings, coveted by collectors to intricate leather and bead work, the Inuit produce an amazing volume of extremely high quality work.
Local artists, carvers, or handcrafts artisans contact Chesterfield Inlet Economic Development Officer phone: 1-867-898-9206, Hamlet of Chesterfield Inlet.
Casimir Kriterdluk
Ulu
Makes miniature Ulu made from wood and stainless steel.
Phillipa Aggark
Antler Rings
Carves antler rings, small brooches, ear rings, and make miniature kamiks or small wall hangings. For information/ inquire phone: (867) 898-9139
Harry Aggark
Ulu
Carves traditional Ulu made from hardwood and stainless steel. For information/ inquire phone: (867) 898-9139
Majorie Autut
Carved Antler
Carves antlers and from wood
Gary Ippiak
Carves miniature soapstone carving
Carved SoapStone
Carves miniature soapstone
Lino Amarok
Carves miniature antler carvings
Carved Antler
Carved antler
Paul Kaput
Soapstone Carving
Carved soapstone and from wood/ antler
Majorie Autut
Wall Hanging
Sews small wall hangings
Majorie Autut
Wall Hanging
The artisan sews small wall hangings
Eva Tanuyak
Miniature Beaded Hats
Artisan sews miniature beaded hats, brooches/ small hangings
