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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Faith Vaughan | MichifDesigns

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | June 29, 2022
Faith Vaughan, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Faith Vaughan Artist Gallery Contact Faith Vaughan Métis Nation of British Columbia My name is Faith Vaughan and I’m Red River Métis. On my Mother’s side, I am a direct descendant of Charles Trotchie, leader of the Round Prarie Métis and on my father’s side, I’m a L’Hirondelle/Bellerose. The first teacher I had was my godmother,…

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Ashley Bensoussan | Two Embers

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | May 13, 2022
Ashley Bensoussan, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Ashley Bensoussan Artist Gallery Contact Ashley Bensoussan Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory My name is Ashley Bensoussan and I grew up just outside of Tyendenaga Mohawk Territory. My younger sister has truly been the driving force behind the majority of my family learning more about our culture over the past few years. As she gained the knowledge,…

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Nichol Marsch | Beadwork by Nichol

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | May 11, 2022

Nichol Marsch Artist Gallery Contact Nichol Marsch Manitoba Métis Federation My name is Nichol Marsch, I am a Red River Métis artist/artisan from rural Manitoba/Treaty 1 Territory. I have a mixed media art practice that involves various mediums including beadwork. I have learned bead working from various teachers including friends, fellow Métis artists, leaders of Métis…

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Claire Johnston

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | May 11, 2022
Claire Johnston, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Claire Johnston Artist Gallery Contact Claire Johnston Manitoba Métis Federation Claire Johnston(she/they) is a Métis beadworker based in her Homeland of Winnipeg, MB. Claire’s family has scrip in St.Andrews and St. Clements, Manitoba and some of her family names include Johnston, Richards, Moore/Moar, Truthwaite, Brown and Thomas. Claire has worked with her hands since she…

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Rachelle Robinson

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | April 6, 2022
Rachelle Robinson, crafts, drawing, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Rachelle Robinson Artist Gallery Contact Rachelle Robinson Métis Nation of Canada My name is Rachelle Robinson, I am a proud Métis person. I create unique art pieces that speak to my spirit. Each piece is one of a kind and is created in an organic way. My art is inspired by visions, dreams, intuitions, Elders, friends, and…

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Terri Hansen

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | April 6, 2022
Terri Hansen, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Terri Hansen Artist Gallery Contact Terri Hansen Gwich’in My name is Terri Hansen, I am Gwich’in from the Delta Region of the Northwest Territories. I have learned these skills as a young girl from my Jijuu (Grandmother) and many elders who have passed. They have taught me all that I know and believe. I love…

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Maizie Little Shields

By Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada | March 17, 2022
Maizie Little Shields, beadwork, jewelry, Indigenous Artist, First Nations, Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, Pass The Feather

Maizie Little Shields Artist Gallery Contact Maizie Little Shields Blood Tribe Reserve My name is Maizie Little Shields, I am an Indigenous artist from the Blood Tribe Reserve located in Southern Alberta, Canada. Growing up, I enjoyed watching my late Grandma bead. Her beadwork and unfinished projects were passed down to me after she left…

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