In The Land Of The Giants 

Norval Morrisseau created this painting, "In The Land Of The Giants," using vibrant acrylic on canvas. Dominating the upper register are two colossal figures set amidst a mountainous landscape, and the sun presides over the scene, symbolizing life-giving energy. The giants evoke a sense of awe and power, reminiscent of ancient mythological beings. Consider the Titan Atlas, burdened with the world on his shoulders, or the giants of the Old Testament. Here, these figures are guardians, perhaps, or ancestral spirits watching over the canoes in the water below. The canoe, a vessel of survival and community, echoes the ships of the Vikings, carrying not warriors but families. Such images tap into a primal fear and respect for the immense power of nature and the supernatural, recurring motifs across cultures. This evokes a powerful, subconscious response to the image, reminding us of our small place in the grand scheme of existence.