Leo Karetak, an Inuk multimedia artist from Rankin Inlet, grew up surrounded by talented Inuit carvers. Deeply inspired by his grandmother, whom he considers the greatest artist in his eyes, his work is rooted in culture, family, and storytelling. He works across many mediums, including drawing, painting, jewelry making, printmaking, graphic design, stone carving, and tattooing (traditional & contemporary). For Leo, art is life. He believes art has the power to help viewers forget life’s problems and remind them of how beautiful life can be. During his residency, Leo is interested in creating larger paintings inspired by Inuit stories and culture, while continuing to experiment with different materials and forms.