Walpole Island First Nation Archives - Indigenous Arts Collective

Burlington Tooshkenig | Sweetgrass & Cinnamon

By Executive Assistant | November 6, 2023

Burlington Tooshkenig Artist Gallery Workshop Contact Burlington Tooshkenig Bkejwanong I learned how to make sweetgrass baskets from my grandmother. I learned the skill as a child, and it has been a great part of my artistry ever since. Sweetgrass basketry in my home community was almost lost as a result of the skills not being…

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…