Norval Morrisseau, CM RCA, also known as Copper Thunderbird, was an Indigenous Canadian artist from the Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek First Nation.
Artist Category
First Nations & Spiritual
Still Life & Figurative
NORVAL H. MORRISSEAU, R.C.A. Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) (1932-2007)

Norval MorrisseauCM RCA (March 14, 1932 – December 4, 2007),[1] also known as Copper Thunderbird, was an Indigenous Canadian artist from the Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek First Nation. Known as the "Picasso of the North", Morrisseau created works depicting the legends of his people, the cultural and political tensions between native Canadian and European traditions, his existential struggles, and his deep spirituality and mysticism. His style is characterized by thick black outlines and bright colors. He founded the Woodlands School of Canadian art and was a prominent member of the “Indian Group of Seven”.

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  • The Great Journey Acrylic On Canvas 30" x 54" 2021
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Inspired by Norval Morrieau's famous Canoe paintings, a talented International and OSA artist, "re-creates "Norval's special emotion with this Unique Original painting.

  • Nature's Beauty Acrylic On Canvas 40" x 52" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates " Nature's Beauty" , which  makes a person feel good and one with Nature:)

  • Shaman and Disciples Acrylic On Canvas 46" x 56" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates an original, acrylic on canvas, entitled  " Shaman and Disciples".

The Shaman is a person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some peoples of northern Asia and North America. 

The original of the subject painting is part of the McMichael Art Collection and was produced by Norval Morriseau in 1979.

  • Channeling Thunderbird Acrylic On Canvas 40" x 38" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates an original, acrylic on canvas, entitled  " Channeling Thunderbird".

The thunderbird is a legendary creature in certain North American indigenous peoples' history and culture. It is considered a supernatural being of power and strength.

  • Fisherman Shaman Acrylic On Canvas 32" x 32" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates an original, acrylic on canvas, entitled  " Fisherman Shaman".

The Shaman is a person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some peoples of northern Asia and North America. 

  • Grand Shaman and Family Acrylic On Canvas 56" x 46" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates an original, acrylic on canvas, entitled  " Grand Shaman and Family".

The Shaman is a person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some peoples of northern Asia and North America. 

  • Tree of Life Acrylic On Canvas 48" x 48" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates an original, acrylic on canvas, entitled  " Tree of Life".

The Tree of Life symbol represents our personal development, uniqueness and individual beauty. Just as the branches of a tree strengthen and grow upwards to the sky, we too grow stronger, striving for greater knowledge, wisdom and new experiences as we move through life.

  • Family in Harmony with Nature Acrylic On Canvas 56" x 46" 2021
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Inspired by First Nations Art and Norval Morrisseau, a talented International and OSA artist creates an original, acrylic on canvas, entitled  " Family in Harmony with Nature".

Being one with nature, means you are letting yourself absorb what comes natural in life. There is an immediate feeling of relief when you let yourself experience this. Nature can be a place where we can sit and reflect on life's meaning - away from distractions and demands of our regular lives.

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