Legacy Gallery hosts ‘Picasso of the North’

Mary Kerr’s illustration of a costume she designed for the National Arts Centre presentation of the play “Copper Thunderbird,” about the life of Norval Morrisseau.

More than 15 paintings influenced or created by internationally renowned Anishnaabe artist Norval Morrisseau will be on display at the Legacy Art Gallery and Cafe from July 9 to Nov. 30.

“Copper Thunderbird: Invention, Inspiration and Transformation” will feature painted works spanning three decades as well as costumes, drawings and photographs designed by celebrated Canadian stage designer Mary Kerr (theatre) from “Copper Thunderbird,” a biographical play about Norval Morrisseau staged last year at the National Arts Centre.

Legacy Art Gallery and Cafe is located at 630 Yates Street and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. For further information visit www.legacygallery.ca/.