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J.E.H. MacDonald

J.E.H. MacDonald was a prominent Canadian artist best known for his role in the Group of Seven, a movement dedicated to creating bold, vibrant landscape paintings that highlighted Canada’s natural beauty. His work often features lush forests, rivers, and rugged wilderness, using vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes. MacDonald aimed to capture the spirit and unique character of Canada’s scenery, fostering national pride through art. His influence helped shape Canadian artistic identity, emphasizing the importance of nature and the environment in his and his colleagues' work.