Andrew Qappik

Andrew Qappik is an Inuk graphic artist and printmaker from Pangnirtung, Nunavut. Encouraged by his artist uncles, Solomon and Imoona Karpik, Qappik began drawing at a young age and had his first prints included in the annual Pangnirtung Print Collection at the age of 14. His work primarily depicts animals and traditional Inuit culture, drawing from his personal experiences and the stories of his elders. Qappik is proficient in several printmaking techniques, including stonecut, stencil, etching, and lithography, and is recognized for his naturalistic style, often incorporating the full arctic landscape into his compositions.

Qappik has made significant contributions to the visual identity of Nunavut. He was a key contributor to the designs of the coat of arms of Nunavut and the flag of Nunavut. He also designed the logos for the Government of Nunavut and Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated. His work is held in the collections of major institutions, including the National Gallery of Canada, the Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq, and the Canadian Museum of History.

For his artistic contributions and his role in defining the visual culture of Nunavut, Andrew Qappik was appointed as a Member of the Order of Canada in 2017. He has also designed a coin for the Royal Canadian Mint.