About Agnes Nanogak
Lived 1925 – 2001 (aged 75). Agnes Nanogak was a Canadian graphic designer, engraver, draftsperson, printmaker and artist.
Agnes Nanogak Goose (12 November 1925 – 5 May 2001) was an Inuvialuk artist from Holman (Ulukhaktok), Northwest Territories, Canada.
Nanogak was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2000. After the diagnosis, she describes feeling increased urgency to continue her work, so that she could "help people remember the stories."
Nanogak is famous for her contributions as the illustrator of the children's books Tales from the Igloo (1972), and More Tales from the Igloo (1986), which feature Inuit legends translated into English by Father Maurice Metayer].
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Who was Agnes Nanogak?
Inuit artist (1925-2001)
When was Agnes Nanogak born?
Agnes Nanogak was born on 12 November 1925 in Baillie Islands.
When did Agnes Nanogak die?
Agnes Nanogak died on 5 May 2001 in Ulukhaktok.
What was Agnes Nanogak's occupation?
Agnes Nanogak was a graphic designer, engraver, draftsperson, printmaker and artist.
What nationality was Agnes Nanogak?
Agnes Nanogak was Canadian.
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