Family in Kinngait
$1,500.00
Available
Description
‘Family in Kinngait’ by Shuvinai Ashoona and Padloo Samayualie is a 2025 Cape Dorset original coloured pencil and pentel drawing on black paper — a tender portrait of a young family enjoying a morning stroll through their Arctic town, rendered with warmth, simplicity, and quiet affection.
Condition: No condition noted. Paper surface appears clean and stable.
Description by Artist: No description by artist found.
Notes from DaVic Gallery: This drawing captures a moment of everyday life in Kinngait — a family of three standing close together against the backdrop of their community. The mother, father, and child are warmly dressed, their faces softly illuminated against the dark paper. Behind them, small wooden houses line the shore, and the calm water reflects the muted light of an Arctic morning.
Shuvinai Ashoona and Padloo Samayualie combine their strengths beautifully here: Ashoona’s expressive figures and Samayualie’s careful architectural detailing create a scene that feels both personal and familiar. The use of black paper adds depth and contrast, making the bright clothing and outlines glow with life.
The drawing’s charm lies in its simplicity — a family together, sharing a quiet moment outdoors. It speaks of belonging, warmth, and the rhythm of daily life in the North. Collectors will appreciate its approachable intimacy and the way it celebrates ordinary happiness in an extraordinary landscape.
The blank sheet of letter‑size (8 ½ × 11 in) paper covering part of the image in the last reference picture is for size comparison, providing an immediate sense of the drawing’s scale and presence.
Copyright:
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