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Since 1979, we have exhibited museum-quality Inuit and Northwest Coast Indigenous art.

05/10/2026

We are excited to present the exclusive release of Ningiukulu Teevee’s luminous etching and aquatint, “Navvaatarti (Collector)”!

This work humorously reflects on Raven’s well-known habit of collecting shiny objects. The image depicts Raven carrying an ulu through a hole in the blade itself, an impractical solution that speaks to Raven’s impulsiveness and intense curiosity.

The etching plays with Raven’s fascination with human-made objects, particularly those shaped with care and purpose. The polished ulu blade becomes both a functional tool and an object of visual fascination, blending traditional Inuit imagery with Raven’s playful and unpredictable personality.

At the same time, Teevee’s print reflects on broader ideas of collecting and attachment to meaningful objects. Raven is drawn to shiny and unusual things, but we as humans are collectors as well: gathering objects, stories, and memories that carry personal and cultural meaning over time. In this sense, “Navvaatarti (Collector)” gently blurs the line between Raven’s collecting and our own, leaving it unclear who the true collector really is.

Measuring 24” x 24”, this print is limited to an edition of 50 and is available exclusively through the Inuit Gallery of Vancouver. Visit the link in our bio to view this gorgeous new work!

04/16/2026

Tóos` (Shark) Mask by Calvin Morberg

Carved in alder, Tlingit artist Calvin Morberg brings his Tóos` (Shark) Mask to life with striking copper eyes, perfectly capturing the powerful form and intensity of the underwater being.

04/11/2026

Micheal Massie - Universali-Tea (April 10 - 30)

Born in 1962, Michael Massie, CM, RCA, is a celebrated artist from Newfoundland and Labrador known for his inventive use of materials like silver, stone, antler, wood, and bone. Drawing on his Inuit, Métis, and Scottish heritage, his work blends technical precision with humour and storytelling.

Massie is especially recognized for his sculptural teapots, originally inspired by his grandmother May. Through clever, often pun-driven titles and unexpected material combinations, he transforms everyday objects into works that explore identity, memory, and cultural continuity.

This collection highlights his creativity and innovative approach, showing how he continues to expand expectations of Inuit art through bold ideas and distinctive style.

Visit the link in our bio to view all seven works in the collection.

03/27/2026

New Inuit sculpture in the gallery!

After the long dark of winter, spring arrives in the Arctic with a particular intensity. Ice shifts, animals return, and communities stir with a renewed energy that finds its way into everything, including the work of artists.

Carved from materials drawn directly from the land and sea, each new work in this collection reflects a profound intimacy between maker and environment, a relationship cultivated over generations and expressed with enduring power.

The artists represented here hail from across the Arctic, and while their individual voices are distinct, their sculptures share a common rootedness: in the rhythms of the hunt, the weight of stone warmed by a carver’s hands, and the stories that have always moved through Inuit life.

From animals on the move, to human figures caught in moments of activity, these works are an invitation to look closely, and to appreciate the skill, humour, and attentiveness that Inuit artists have always brought to the world around them.

03/08/2026

We are honoured to present a remarkable collection of sculptural works by internationally acclaimed Musqueam artist Susan Point.

With more than one hundred significant public commissions in cities and cultural institutions worldwide, Point stands as one of the most important contemporary Indigenous artists working today.

This release brings together nine powerful works that highlight the breadth of her practice across glass, cedar, and cast media.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about all the artworks in the collection!

02/16/2026

Drawing North

We are delighted to share a vibrant selection of new drawings from Kinngait (Cape Dorset), where artists continue to expand the possibilities of contemporary Inuit graphic art through bold experimentation with medium, colour, and format. Several artists, including Ningiukulu Teevee and Pitseolak Qimirpik, are exploring fresh approaches to composition that result in striking and unexpected imagery.

Known for his imaginative sculptures and fascination with transformation, Qimirpik has recently turned his attention to multi-sheet compositions, often working in diptych format. By pairing sheets of differently coloured paper and animating them with vivid pencil crayon and confident, graphic forms, works such as Untitled (Fish Transformation) take on a dynamic, almost pop-inflected sensibility.

In contrast, we are also pleased to present exquisitely detailed landscapes and luminous sunset scenes by Johnny Pootoogook, Padloo Samayualie, and Nujalia Quvianaqtuliaq, whose careful draftsmanship captures the quiet drama and atmosphere of the North.

Ever inventive, Ningiukulu Teevee has also embraced new materials, incorporating watercolour and ink in her vibrant drawing Wish Could Have Swallowed It, which depicts Raven attempting to swallow a tiny Snowy Owl caught between his beak. The result is a compelling blend of humour, narrative, and formal experimentation that reflects the vitality of drawing in Kinngait today.

02/06/2026

Thank you to all of the artists, collectors, and appreciators that made our 23rd annual Small Treasures exhibition so memorable!

We are deeply grateful for the thoughtful conversations, the enthusiasm, and the continued support of the artists and their work.

This exhibition is always a reminder that these artworks carry stories far beyond their scale and it is the community around them that truly brings them to life.

For those who are still looking, there are a number of exceptional works that remain, each as compelling and thoughtfully created as the rest of the exhibition.

A few of those artworks are featured here!

01/23/2026

Another late addition to Small Treasures!

This stunning work is Nuxalk artist Latham Mack’s “Black Thunder Mask,” carved in yellow cedar and adorned with cedar bark and inlaid with pāua shell. Latham was kind enough to provide a write-up on the work:

“Thunder is one of our most powerful dances, and it is also one of the most challenging masks to carve due to the depth and complexity of its form. Thunder represents a powerful being, full of strength and presence.

Traditionally, these masks were painted black and red. For this piece, I wanted to honour those traditions while using the dark colours to make the Pāua shell stand out and come alive on the mask.”

Small Treasures opens tomorrow, Saturday, January 24th, at 10 AM PST only by telephone (604-688-7323, toll-free: 1-888-615-8399).

Please visit our website (inuit.com) to view the entire exhibition preview and learn more about the opening procedure.

If you have any questions about artworks in the show or the opening procedure please don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email and our team of art consultants will be happy to help!

01/21/2026

Two late additions to Small Treasures 2026!

We’re very excited to showcase Tlingit artist Calvin Morberg’s “The Salmon Run” carved in basswood with copper inlay and Nuxalk artist Kyle Tallio’s “Sun-Bear Claw Pendant” carved from cherry wood and adorned with braided cedar bark and horse hair.

Small Treasures opens by telephone(1-888-615-8399) this Saturday, January 24th, at 10 AM PST. Please visit our website (inuit.com) to view the entire exhibition preview and learn more about the opening procedure.

If you have any questions about artworks in the show or the opening procedure please don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email and our team of art consultants will be happy to help!

01/14/2026

Small Treasures 2026 has arrived!

Please visit the link in our bio or inuit.com to view all 100+ artworks.

Each January, we begin the new year by unveiling Small Treasures, an exhibition devoted to the artistry, intimacy, and exceptional craftsmanship found in small-scale sculpture. Now in its 23rd year, Small Treasures continues to evolve, offering fresh perspectives while remaining rooted in the traditions and innovation that define Inuit and Northwest Coast art.

This year’s exhibition brings together an exceptional selection of artworks, spanning historic pieces from the mid-20th century to compelling contemporary works by today’s leading and emerging artists. The collection places a strong emphasis on transformation, storytelling, and material mastery, revealing the remarkable power that can be contained within works of modest scale.

We invite you to slow down, look closely, and discover the extraordinary stories held within these small treasures. New artworks may be added up until opening day so please check back in regularly for new additions.

We will be taking requests to purchase artworks only by telephone (1-888-615-8399) starting at 10:00 AM PST, Saturday, January 24th.

The gallery will open to the public at 11:00 AM on opening day, Saturday, January 24th.

We highly recommend that you speak with one of our knowledgeable art consultants if you have any questions about the opening procedures or the artworks themselves.

If you would like to view the artworks in person, they will be available to preview in the gallery starting on Tuesday, January 20th.
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12/30/2025

As we step into a new year, we’re filled with gratitude for the community that continues to engage so thoughtfully with the art and stories we share.

We look forward to another year of meaningful conversations, inspiring exhibitions, and new discoveries together.

Wishing you a vibrant, art-filled year ahead!

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