Playing Favourites: Eriko M., October 30, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitor Eriko M. with “Migration” (1976) by Joe Talirunili, Puvirnituq, stone, wood, hide, thread, Private Collection.

Where are you from?

Originally from Japan, now living in Toronto.

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

Just walked by. Yes, my first visit.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

It touched me in a very primitive and simple way. It brought me back to a very deep place, dark but somewhat full of life.

Posted by: Kate Mossman, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Natalie S., October 30, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitor Natalie S. with “Amauti” (2009) by Irene Avaalaaqiaq (1941- ), Qamani’tuaq (Baker Lake), fabric, thread, glass beads, Sprott/MIA Collection.

Where are you from?

Toronto

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

In the area for the Writers’ Festival. First time here at the museum!

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

As a designer, I really appreciate all of the handiwork and creativity that goes into creating a piece like this.

Posted by: Kate Mossman, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Cyrille M. and Ryan P., October 30, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitors Cyrille M. and Ryan P. with "Kunik Spirit" (2007) by David Ruben Piqtoukun (1950- ), Paulatuk NWT (resides in Jackson's Point, ON), stone, charcoal, Private Collection.

Where are you from?

Cyrille: The U.K.

Ryan: France.

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

Cyrille: First visit.

Ryan: Always wanted to visit the museum and learn about Inuit culture.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

Both: Very beautiful piece. Spirits in flames, very inspiring.

Posted by: Kate Mossman, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Suneet and Sushma K., October 30, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitors Suneet and Sushma K. with "Memories: An Ancient Past" by Abraham Anghik Ruben (1951- ), Paulatuk, NWT, whalebone, stone, Private collection.

Where are you from?

India

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

Its unique collection of Inuit artists.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

A very complex, very imaginative description of anticipation of a war, which is depicted by drum beats, a pensive, thoughtful face, and many eyes of spies in the form of beads. An exotic and masterful creation of the values of the Inuit people.

Posted by: Kate Mossman, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Marie and Rowena M., October 30, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitors Marie and Rowena M. with "Raven's Story" (2010) by Abraham Anghik Ruben (1951- ), Paulatak, NWT, stone, Sprott/MIA Collection

Where are you from?

Toronto

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

Not really – we have been to the gift shop before and always said we should come back.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

We like the strong lines and the protective feelings it evokes.

Posted by: Kate Mossman, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Charis S., October 13, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitor Charis S. with "Shaman" (1990's) by Uriash Puqiqnak, Uqsuqtuuq (Gjoa Haven), stone, antler, ivory, hide, MIA Collection

Where are you from?

New Zealand

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

I am attracted to all kinds of art.  I also really like art by Native Americans.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

It’s my favourite because it is really different and original. I love its smile with crooked teeth and its funny, mischevious grin.

Posted by: Karolina Tomaszewska, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Cori S., October 13, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA visitor Cori S. with "Caribou Shaman" by Peter Assivaaryuk (1914-d), Qamanittuaq (Baker Lake), caribou antler, Private collection

 

Where are you from?

New Zealand

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

I love the art and culture of the aboriginal peoples.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

I really liked the “Caribou Shaman” because he looks both welcoming, whimsical and spirit-imploring.

Posted by: Karolina Tomaszewska, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Valerie H.N., October 11, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA Visitor Valerie H.N. with "Bridge in Pangnirtung" (2010) by Elisapee Ishulataq, Pangnirtung, stencil print

Where are you from?

Winnipeg, MB

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

Yes it is my first visit. I have an interest in Inuit and their art after living in Kangiqtugaapik (Clyde River).

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

It brings back wonderful memories of living in Clyde River and visiting Panniqtuuq (Pangnirtung). It is a very charming print, showing a beautiful community.

Posted by: Karolina Tomaszewska, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Linda T., October 11, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA Visitor Linda T. with "Creation Story" (2007) by Manasie Akpaliapik (1955-), Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay). whalebone, stone, ivory, Private collection

Where are you from?

Etobicoke, ON

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

No. I was brought here by the complimentary admission. It is also our monthly anniversary and my boyfriend has an interest in native culture.

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

I like the large size and the detailed carving of the animals.

Posted by: Karolina Tomaszewska, MIA’s Development Officer

Playing Favourites: Angela H., October 11, 2011

Playing Favourites is a running series featuring MIA visitors, staff and volunteers with their favorite objects in our collection.  Playing Favourites is open to every person at MIA, so please let us know if you’d like to participate the next time you visit.

MIA Visitor with "Untitled" (1981) by Annie Taipanik (1950-), Qamani'Tuaq (Baker Lake), duffel, embroidery thread, felt, MIA collection

Where are you from?

Devon

What brings you to MIA? Is this your first visit?

It’s a return visit because it’s wonderful here!

Why is this your favourite piece in the collection?

The bright colours.

Posted by: Karolina Tomaszewska, MIA’s Development Officer