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The Andrew & Laura McCain Art Gallery is honoured to present Dr. Clay Marco’s collection of Inuit and Indigenous art to the community. Originally from the Vancouver area, Dr. Marco developed an appreciation for the art of the Haida Nation, examples of which are featured in the west end of the gallery. Approximately twelve years ago, Dr. Marco began collecting Inuit art during professional trips to Nunavut. He traveled to many communities over the course of more than thirty visits, purchasing art in most of the locations where he worked or traveled. Many of these pieces are featured in the east end of the gallery.

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Clay grew up in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, where he developed a strong connection to Haida Nation Art. He explains that the artists replicate his strong feeling of ties to the land, and that draws his attention in completely. To Clay, it’s some of the most beautiful art in the world!

Clay will be in attendance at the Gallery on Saturday, April 25 at 2pm for the Closing Reception.

If you have any questions, or wish to hear Clay speak about his collection, it’s the perfect time to stop by the gallery.

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