Posts Tagged ‘verified’
Candace Allen | Crafted by Candace
Candace Allen Artist Gallery Contact Candace Allen Skownan First Nation, Manitoba I was interested in learning more about my culture and reached out to other Indigenous artists who taught me to do beadwork. Once I learned how to do beadwork, a childhood friend shared her knowledge of making moccasins. Now I am proud to showcase…
Read MoreCheyenne Meguinis | Guja Goods
Cheyenne Meguinis Artist Gallery Contact Cheyenne Meguinis Denè, Tsuutina Nation Alberta Dzinisi Guja! (Good Day!) At Guja Goods, we are proud to bring you a collection of couture ribbon skirts and other contemporary, yet traditional items that celebrate Indigenous culture and empower women. Our mission is to share the beauty and creativity of Indigenous designs…
Read MoreLaela Denny | Beaded by Denny
Laela Denny Artist Gallery Contact Laela Denny Mikmaq, Pictou Landing First Nation Nova Scotia I had learned to bead when I was a small child at a community beading workshop but never stuck with it until last year when I picked it up again during my second pregnancy. My friend was able to refresh my…
Read MoreKablu Porter | Inuk Treasures
Kablu Porter Artist Gallery Contact Kablu (Miranda) Porter Inuit, Nova Scotia Since a young age I have been sewing by hand. I grew up watching my mother, grandparents, and Elders from my home community. I learned that sewing was and still is a useful skill. I always had a strive to create, and I love…
Read MoreChristina Robyn
Christina Robyn Artist Gallery Contact Christina Robyn Garden River First Nation Hello! My name is Christina Robyn, and I am a self taught Indigenous artist who finds joy in making traditional beading artwork, as well as traditional jewelry. My mission as an Indigenous artist is to spread the beauty of our culture to others in…
Read MoreBailey Bjarnason
Bailey Bjarnason Artist Gallery Contact Bailey Bjarnason Swampy Cree, Kinonjeoshtegon First Nation, Saskatchewan Bailey Bjarnason is a talented artist with a deep connection to Indigenous culture, expressed vividly through painting, sketching, and digital mediums. Rooted throughout her heritage, Bailey weaves traditional motifs with contemporary expressions, creating a visual narrative that transcends time. Bailey strives to…
Read MoreKari Lentowicz | Acimostawin
Kari Lentowicz Artist Gallery Contact Kari Lentowicz Cree, Saskatchewan Being a Rocky Cree woman from northern Saskatchewan, it is important for me and my people to carry on our traditions including our long lost art. After years of admiring the work of Angelique Merasty and watching videos of her creating her bitings, I wanted to…
Read MoreSteve Bachnick
Steve Bachnick Artist Gallery Contact Steve Bachnick Métis Nation of Alberta I started carving for a museum in Churchill Manitoba in 1968 where I produced items of sale. In February 1982 I entered (6th Northern Juried Art Show – The Pas, Manitoba) a few pieces of Walrus Ivory Sculptures and won 1st place and best…
Read MoreRae Switzer | Métis With Love
Rae Switzer Artist Gallery Contact Rae Switzer Manitoba Métis Federation Rae Switzer (Okimâw Apitik Iskwêw) is a Red River Cree-Métis artist, born in Treaty 6 Territory. Her spirit name, Chief-Tree Woman, reflects her journey of growth and healing, rooted in connection and history. Rae’s work draws inspiration from the sights, scents, and sounds of the…
Read MoreRobert Spade | Ojibwe Art
Robert Spade Artist Gallery Workshops Contact Robert Spade Ojibwe from Obukamikang, Quebec Booshoo, I am full blood Ojibwe. I am Sturgeon Clan from Obukamikang. I enjoy music and all the arts. My parents are musicians and they also made most things that we needed with their own hands. So, I have always seen the practical…
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