It's been a learning experience, and we are so thankful to have met a lot of inspiring new and established artists along the way.
t&b collective: a quick look back
Author: teaandbannock
Art, Inspiration & Fashion – April Johnson, Guest Blogger
However, over the past few weeks, I’ve been looking over in admiration at other artists more than I’ve been looking within, and although I want to get sit, sip and bring my ideas to fruition, I also want to celebrate the success of some kick-ass ladies working hard at that they love.
Shy Natives // Featured Artists
We like the idea of shyness and lingerie, and how these words conflict. We strive to make beautiful images and stray way from sexual depictions. Shy and Natives came together and felt right for us.
Chief Lady Bird // Featured Artist
Arguments about blood quantum, language proficiency and “authentic Indian experiences” aside, all I can say is, I am. No matter where my feet are, or what is above me, I AM.”
Ink and Stories – Cora DeVos, Guest Blogger
Tattooing was a tradition that was almost lost in our culture due to missionaries forbidding it and residential schools, Inuit were no longer continuing this tradition.
The Moosehide Gathering – Shayla Snowshoe
It was one of the most incredible and humbling moments of my life, I even took a moment to just stand there and take it all in.
Masks – Dayna Danger, Guest Blogger
It’s been months since I’ve talked about my work. Depression and unraveling the layers of trauma can really get you down. I call it my cocoon phase, except I seem to be revealing more open vulnerable wounds then getting anywhere close to a butterfly.
The Process of Beadwork – Catherine Blackburn, Guest Blogger
I pour the beads out of the small plastic bags into separate piles on an old tea towel. Bright bags in every colour litter the dining room table as the odd bead rolls off the edge, bouncing on the floor as it finally comes to a stop somewhere by my feet. This has become all… Continue reading The Process of Beadwork – Catherine Blackburn, Guest Blogger
Memories Photographed – Alexandra George, Guest Blogger
I knew it was important to me to photograph this. Why? I guess my need for preservation.
emergence – Nadya Kwandibens, Guest Blogger
This is knowledge that already exists within our Nations. The shift from reconciliation also allowed the series to be about the goodness within us and our communities, our present and our future.
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