Morning Star Hardcover Journal by Alex Janvier

Oscardo is a leading souvenir and gift supplier featuring some of Canada’s most iconic Indigenous artwork. Since 1997, Oscardo has been an industry leader, paying royalties to 24 artists for every product sold and consulting the artists during development to ensure a beautiful product that fairly represents and promotes their artwork. Known for carrying quality items featuring top designs, Oscardo’s products are found in Indigenous-owned stores and wholesalers, boutiques, museums, public and private art galleries, National Parks and government organizations in every province across the country. 

Indigenous Ownership: Oscardo is part of the Arctic Beverages family. Arctic Beverages is owned by Athabasca Basin Development, Prince Albert Development Corp and Paskwayak Business Development Corporation, collectively representing 13 First Nations and four northern communities.

Alex Janvier was a renowned Canadian Dene Suline and Saulteaux artist from the Cold Lake First Nations in Alberta. Widely regarded as a pioneer of contemporary Indigenous art in Canada, he was a member of the influential group of artists known as the "Indian Group of Seven."

Janvier's art is distinguished by a modernist abstract style that seamlessly blends his Indigenous heritage with European artistic influences. His paintings are characterized by vibrant colours and free-flowing, calligraphic lines that create dynamic and intricate compositions. His work often explores themes of history, spirituality, and nature, while also serving as a form of social and political commentary. One of his most notable works is the monumental mural Morning Star, which adorns the dome of the Grand Hall at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec.