Markoosie Papigatok

( 1976 - present, Cape Dorset )
Alternative Names: Papigatok Papigatok, Markusie Papigatuk, Markosie Papigatok, Papipakatuk Papigatok

Markoosie sold his first carving at the age of 12 for $2.00.  He learned how to carve by watching his uncle Ashevak Tunnillie. He uses both power and hand tools.  He prefers to carve dancing bears of medium size.  
 - Guide to Cape Dorset Artists