Walter Myette

Walter Myette. Sculptor. Wood carver. Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia. Active late 20th century.

Walter Myette began carving birds while recovering from an illness. His birds were life-sized and well coloured. He was ‘discovered by a film crew who were making a documentary in his area. The attention encouraged him to become more prolific and he carved birds until well into his 90’s.

A Robin by Walter Myette:

Walter Myette. Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia. Robin.

Ref: Folk Art Maritime.

Ref:Kobayashi/Bird, A Compendium of Canadian Folk Artists (1985).