Carl Beam Biography

• Main Author: Galleries, Creative Campus
• Format: Text
• Language: unknown
• Published: SOURCE: Sheridan Institutional Repository 2020
• Subjects: Carl Beam; Art; Contemporary; Indigenous; Creative Campus Galleries Collection; Arts and Humanities; Canada; West Bay; anishina*
• Online Access: https://source.sheridancollege.ca/ccg_exhibitions_cb_info/4

Carl Beam (1943-2005), born Carl Edward Migwans at M’Chigeeng First Nation (West Bay), Manitoulin Island, was a ground-breaking contemporary artist who created opportunities for future generations of Indigenous artists working in Canada. He is recognized as the first contemporary Indigenous artist t...