Cecil Youngfox

Cecil Youngfox was born in Blind River, Ontario in 1942 to Ojibway and Metis parents. Throughout his life time he was committed to the study of all indigenous people of Canada and his art was intended to reach a wider audience and break through stereotypes. 

Cecil's designs were heavily influenced by his Metis heritage and Christian upbringing, often depicting gracefully curved and softly coloured figures that were the basis of ceremonies and symbols of spirituality.

By the time of his untimely death in 1987, Cecil Youngfox had gained worldwide recognition as one of Canada's leading native artists.