Arnold Saper (1933–2019) was a Canadian artist and educator, known for his powerful portraits and significant influence on many artists. Born in Winnipeg, Saper grew up in the North End and later studied at the University of Manitoba, where he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1961 and an Education Certificate in 1963. His artistic journey took him to the State University of Iowa, where he studied under Mauricio Lasansky and earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in 1966. Returning to Canada, Saper became a senior professor at the University of Manitoba's School of Art, where he taught for the remainder of his career. His teaching shaped the careers of many prominent Canadian artists. Saper was known for his dedication to the emotional and psychological aspects of the human condition, particularly in his portraits. Though not interested in trends, his work left a lasting impression on the art community, both in Winnipeg and internationally. He continued to create art until his death in 2019, four days before his 86th birthday, following a battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.