The Beauty of My People

The Beauty of My People Directed by Alan Collins

The film centres on Arthur Shilling, an Ojibwa artist from the Rama Reserve on Lake Couchiching, Ontario. Shilling’s artistic evolution is traced, as is his move to Toronto and the difficulties he encountered there. Also discussed is the illness that caused Shilling to re-evaluate his artistic goals. Interviews with the artist and others interested in his paintings are juxtaposed with examples of paintings. 1977.

Country Canada

Language English

Gnere Documentary

Production Companies ONF | NFB , Nova Productions

29 mins