A Brief History of Canadian Painting
Canadian art has undergone a rich evolution since the arrival of the first European explorers who landed in North America in the early 17th century. This period of over four centuries has seen the evolution of numerous styles and artistic movements, influenced by the social, political, and cultural changes that have marked the history of the country. In this first blog, I propose to briefly trace the history of painting in Canada, from the first sketches of New France to the emergence of contemporary art. This will involve identifying chronologically the events, movements, and artists that have had a significant impact on the evolution of painting in the country.