Joyce Wieland
Joyce Wieland was a pioneering Canadian artist known for her innovative quilts and mixed media works that often explored themes of nationalism, feminism, and environmentalism. As the first living woman to have a retrospective at the National Gallery of Canada, her art combined traditional craft techniques with contemporary political statements, making her a significant figure in the Canadian art scene. Her recent retrospective at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts highlights her relevance in today's context of rising anti-American sentiment, showcasing her dual legacy of joy and tragedy.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Joyce Wieland is celebrated as part of the rediscovery and reclamation of female artists.
From a Kent Monkman retrospective to the surreal busts of David Altmejd, here’s what’s on for art lovers this fall
Canada· 2025-10-05
Joyce Wieland is one of the female artists celebrated in recent years.
Fall culture preview 2025: All the film, television, exhibits, music and more to look forward to this seasonCanada· 2025-10-03
Artist Joyce Wieland is probably best remembered for her quilts bearing soft padded slogans such as Pierre Trudeau’s 'Reason over Passion' or her own 'I Love Canada.'
Amid rising anti-Americanism, artist Joyce Wieland’s cheerful patriotism gets new lease of lifeCanada· 2025-02-14
