Born in 1980 Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada

Ragee (Ulaiggi) Adla is an Inuit art carver from Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada. He lives mainly from the land, hunting and fishing.

Ragee’s sculptural style blends naturalism, observation, and a reduction to sometimes abstract forms. His work is often influenced by renowned sculptors, particularly when it comes to carving animals like walking bears.

Ragee takes great pride in carving in the traditional way, recovering his own stones from open-pit mines on Baffin Island. He primarily carves marble or serpentine, a local stone found in these mines. Serpentine, similar in composition to jade, is a very hard stone, requiring significant artistic effort and vitality to carve.

What sets Ragee’s work apart is the incredible level of detail and life he brings to each piece. Every sculpture captures not just the form but also the spirit of the subject, imbuing the stone with a sense of movement and emotion that makes each work feel alive. His dedication to portraying his subjects with both precision and vitality results in pieces that resonate deeply with viewers.