This collection represents the work of seven emerging artists working at the Kinngait Studios in Cape Dorset. Some of the names are becoming more familiar, and others are represented for the first time. What these artists have in common is their generation – they range in age from 39 to 56. Consequently they are the first generation to experience the growth and development of the modern community, while at the same time remaining firmly rooted in their cultural traditions. Beyond that, each brings their own individual style and approach to their work, and a unique perspective on the intersection between cultural tradition and contemporary life in Cape Dorset. It is a perspective that differs significantly from that of their parents and grandparents, and one that we encourage and hope to expand.