Tabatha Dodge | Sweetest Dreamzzz

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | October 1, 2022
Tabatha Dodge, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Tabatha Dodge Artist Gallery Contact Tabatha Dodge Walpole Island First Nation, Ontario My name is Tabatha Dodge, I am the sole proprietor of Sweetest Dreamzzz, a jewelry and accessories line. I was born and raised on Walpole Island First Nation aka Bkejwanong Territory. I learned beading, craft making and other traditional techniques of my ancestors…

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Karennotakies Barnes

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | October 1, 2022
Karennotakies Barnes, Beadwork, moccasins, leatherwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Karennotakies Barnes Artist Gallery Workshops Contact Karennotakies Barnes Mohawks of Akwesasne I am the artist behind Three Sisters Designs. My Kanien’kéha name is Karennotakies, which means she is singing around. I am Mohawk, Turtle Clan of Akwesasne. I like using the traditional Haudenosaunee style of raised beadwork. I incorporate natural materials such as leather and wampum…

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Paula Menarick

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | September 20, 2022
Paula Menarick, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Paula Menarick Artist Gallery Workshops Contact Paula Menarick Cree/Inuit Paula Menarick is a traditional and contemporary artist, born and raised in Chisasibi. She grew up watching her mother, aunts and grandmothers make beautiful bead-work, embroidery, painting, crochet, knitting and sewing. At a young age, she admired and appreciated their crafting skills and knew that she…

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Kayla-Jazz Annanack-Lauzon

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | September 20, 2022
Kayla-Jazz Annanack-Lauzon, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Kayla-Jazz Annanack-Lauzon Artist Gallery Contact Kayla-Jazz Annanack-Lauzon Inuk My name is Kayla-Jazz, I am an Inuk woman from Kuujjuaq, Nunavik. I started beading when I was 9 years old, the first thing I made was a qaurutik (head piece) with a group of girls my age. At the age of 12, I had someone from…

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Ashley Maracle & Somer Johnston

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | September 7, 2022
Ashley Maracle, Somer Johnston, Jewelry, sewing, resin, beadwork, mixed media, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Indigi.Arts – Ashley Maracle & Somer Johnston Artist Gallery Contact Ashley Maracle & Somer Johnston Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory (Ashey) + Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation (Somer), Ontario Indigi.Arts is sister-in-law team, Somer Johnston and Ashley Maracle. As jewelry makers, we have combined our works to incorporate contemporary and traditional methods. We aim to repurpose as…

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Amanda Latreille

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | August 30, 2022
Amanda Latreille, Apparel & Clothing, jewelry, decor, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Amanda Latreille Artist Gallery Contact Amanda Latreille Inuk My name is Amanda Latreille, I am an Inuk artist from Iqaluit. I have always admired Indigenous jewelry and began taking beading classes with Tungasuvvingat Inuit just before the pandemic. After taking some online classes and learning social media, I am inspired to keep creating and bringing my…

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Lisa Beaucage | Beading Makwa

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | August 30, 2022
Lisa Beaucage, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Lisa Beaucage Artist Gallery Contact Lisa Beaucage Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation My name is Lisa Beaucage and my family is originally from the Chippewas of Nawash and Batchawana. I am currently settled in Algonquin territory. Currently, I am starting my Ph.D. at Carleton University attempting to create a program to properly implement the…

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Chanelle Barnaby

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | August 30, 2022
Chanelle Barnaby, beadwork, jewelry, hats, outerwear, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Chanelle Wasoqolamunabit Barnaby Artist Gallery Contact Chanelle Wasoqolamunabit Barnaby Eel Ground First Nation My name is Chanelle Barnaby, Wasoqolamunabit (sees with crystal eyes), I’m a Mi’kmaw artist from Eel Ground First Nation. Currently, I reside in Algonquin territory. I’m a beadwork artist as well as make real fur pompom hats. My work is very healing to…

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Jessica Lavigne

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | August 26, 2022
Jessica Lavigne, Beadwork, seal skin, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Jessica Lavigne Artist Gallery Contact Jessica Lavigne Inuk My name is Jessica Lavigne, I am an Inuk artist from Northern Quebec. Currently, I reside in Saskatchewan. I have found my passion in beading almost 2 years ago. Growing up, I was always fascinated watching my late Aunt bead and I often find myself feeling closer to…

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Amanda Edmonds

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | August 22, 2022
Amanda Edmonds, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Amanda Edmonds Artist Gallery Contact Amanda Edmonds St. Mary’s First Nation My name is Amanda Edmonds, I am a member of St. Mary’s First Nation. I grew up in a home disconnected from culture, however, my mother taught me to be creative by teaching me to sew and craft. I’ve always been creative with different art…

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