The Group of Seven

# Stuff You Should Know - The Group of Seven

Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating world of Canada's most influential art movement, exploring the Group of Seven and how this collective of painters shaped the nation's artistic identity during the early 1900s. They trace the group's origins from their days working together at a commercial design firm, through their transformative wilderness expeditions, and into their official formation in 1920, revealing how these artists went from creating European-influenced landscapes to pioneering a bold new style that captured the raw power of Canada's northern wilderness. Along the way, you'll learn about the colorful personalities who made up the group, the tragic story of their influential mentor Tom Thompson, and how their work became intertwined with Canada's quest to develop a distinct national identity separate from British influence.