Billy Merkosak

Billy Merkosak was born and raised by his grandparents in Mitimatalik, Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut. Travelling extensively on the land as a child, Billy developed excellent land skills and Inuit cultural skills at an early age, and managed to graduate from Grade 10 as well.  Billy began drawing and sculpting bone, stone and ivory at an early age, and has become a prolific and experienced Inuit artist whose works are well known and sought after both nationally and internationally. Billy’s passion is to support the development of Inuit creators.  As a former Board member of NACCA, Billy eagerly works with the Isaruit Inuit Arts Board of Directors, helping to bring forward the challenges and the needs of Inuit artists living in the North.  Billy continues to live and work in Mitimatalik with his family. When he is not out on the land fishing or hunting, or away participating in meetings of the various Nunavut committees, he is invited to attend.