This short film depicts Canada as it was a hundred years ago, as seen through the paintings of artist and adventurer Cornelius Krieghoff. The changing seasons, the Quebec countryside, village life — all were an unending inspiration to Krieghoff.
Ages 12 to 17
Arts Education - Visual Arts
History - Early Colonization/Settlement
Social Studies - Social History
Have students comment on Cornelius Krieghoff’s artistic style. Discuss how his paintings contributed to our knowledge of the habitants’ history and lifestyle. Research the life and works of various Canadian artists, including Krieghoff, showing their influences on Canadian art and culture.