West Wind
Synopsis
A canoe accident on July 8, 1917, claimed the life of Tom Thomson, who painted the landscapes of northern Ontario for less than four years.
Synopsis
Tom Thomson roamed the woodlands of northern Ontario, capturing the essence of nature through his art. He began his career as a commercial artist in Toronto but soon dedicated himself to painting during weekend trips to Algonquin Park. Over a brief span from 1911 to 1917, Thomson produced a significant body of work that transformed Canadian art. His life ended tragically at age 40 when he drowned in Canoe Lake. Fellow artists like Lawren Harris and Arthur Lismer reflect on his lasting impact.
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Why Watch
- Meet Tom Thompson, a key figure in Canadian art.
- See the landscapes that inspired Thompson's paintings.
- Find out about Thompson's life as a commercial artist.
Did You Know
- Tom Thompson drowned in Canoe Lake on July 8, 1917.
- Thompson worked in a commercial art studio in Toronto from 1911 to 1917.
- He learned to handle a rowboat in the dappled waters of slow flowing streams.
- Thompson's father, James, was six feet tall and built a sturdy red brick farmhouse.
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Who was Tom Thompson?
Tom Thompson was a Canadian painter known for his depictions of the northern landscape, particularly the Canadian woodland.
When did Tom Thompson drown?
Tom Thompson drowned in Canoe Lake on July 8, 1917.
What did Tom Thompson's father do?
Tom Thompson's father, James, worked to clear land for farming, building a sturdy red brick farmhouse from the wilderness.
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