Marilyn Goodswimmer

Marilyn Goodswimmer

Sturgeon Lake Cree First Nation

Born in 1984, from Treaty 8 Territory in Northern Alberta, Marilyn Goodswimmer is an accomplished ceramic artist celebrated for her devotion to the arts.

Her academic journey, marked by the Dean’s Honor Roll placement, has been further distinguished by numerous awards and scholarships recognizing her artistic talent and commitment. Goodswimmer founded Mother Earth Ceramic Studio, located in Red Deer, Alberta.

Through her studio, she brings to life unique ceramic vessels that blend traditional hand-building techniques with the precision of wheel-throwing.

Her work reflects a deep connection to the earth, honoring her heritage while celebrating the artistry of form and function.

Marilyn Arlene Goodswimmer, ceramic, sculpture, mixed media, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Marilyn Goodswimmer Mother Earth Ceramic Studio -Ceramic Pot with Sage

Marilyn Goodswimmer Mother Earth Ceramic Studio -Ceramic Pot with Smoked Smudge

Marilyn Goodswimmer Mother Earth Ceramic Studio -Ceramic Blue Bowl

Education

2022 Visual Arts Diploma, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.

Group Exhibitions

2021 Knock Knock Gallery (Upcoming) Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.

Awards & Scholarships

2020 Red Deer College Visual Arts Bursary, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2020 Nova Chemicals Scholarship - Indigenous Students, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Jason Lang Scholarship, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Indspire Indigenous Education Award for Academics, Alberta Canada
2021 Indspire Soaring Eagles Bursary & The Government of Canada, Alberta Canada
2021 Tim Hamilton Memorial Bursary for Visual Arts, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Rita Loreen Spyker Memorial Arts Scholarship, Red Deer Polytech, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Red Deer College Student Bursary, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Red Deer District Community Foundation Alberta Summer Games Legacy Fund
Scholarship, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Norma E. McNamara Award, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.
2021 Margaret Parsons Scholarship, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer A.B.