Fafard

Born in a small Francophone and Métis community in rural Saskatchewan, the sculptor Joe Fafard became one of the best-known Canadian artists of his generation. Following a devastating medical diagnosis, Fafard decided to finalize two of his seminal works: a self-portrait and a double-sided portrait of Vincent van Gogh. This very personal and immersive film by art documentary maker Jan Nowina-Zarzycki shows Fafard working in his foundry and visiting many of his installations across Canada, as he reveals details about his formative years, his views on humanity, and the inspiration behind many of his most celebrated sculptures.

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DirectorJan Nowina-Zarzycki

ProductionRob King, Jan Nowina-Zarzycki

EditingJan & James Nowina-Zarzycki & Kinistino

CameraJan Nowina-Zarzycki

MusicJack Semple