Reflections on the 27th Annual February 14th DTES Women's Memorial March.
27th Annual Feb 14th DTES Women’s Memorial March
Category: Inspiration & Reflection
We share the breath
Life and death have been on my mind a lot recently. This community has gone through too much heartache the past few months and to be honest, I have lost count of how many people have died here. I am not immune to this. I am constantly reminded of this shared sadness though social media,… Continue reading We share the breath
The risks of building forts and jumping ropes… by Angela Marie Schenstead
For the past several years, I’ve been fortunate enough to organize, support, and witness artists of all kinds fulfill their visions within the walls of Glyde Hall (the building that houses the Walter Phillips Gallery and visual arts studios and facilities) and across campus at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. This includes coordinating details… Continue reading The risks of building forts and jumping ropes… by Angela Marie Schenstead
Rez Baby in the Big City
I watched the skyline of Toronto being bathed in the golden light of sunset and laughed, frustrated. The skyline blocked out all that natural light from hitting us – so how do the Toronto photographers do this?
the ocean gives and the ocean takes away
A couple of years ago I received an artist grant from the First Peoples’ Cultural Council. Initially I was going to do a documentary photo series on Indigenous women who have overcome trauma and abuse. I had to think some more about this series. About how I could show to others how strong, amazing and… Continue reading the ocean gives and the ocean takes away
re+work
I don't love studio work, but I accept the challenge. I want to try. I want to learn. I want to make the mistakes.
Nature’s Reminders
For me, Autumn season evokes a time for transition and a time for letting go.
The Return of History
A commentary on this year's Métis Massey Lecturer: Jennifer Welsh and her new book & lecture series "The Return of History".
teacups and beadwork, lace and birch bark
A little bit of Indigenous magic. And I think it was from the stories and community that this session carried. Nothing I do comes without stories.
The Place Where My Spirit Breathes
maskéko-sákahikanihk. This summer, I took a four day intensive néhiyawéwin class. I'm learning my language, slowly. This class was the beginning of a commitment to push myself further towards this goal. I live in Ottawa now, but I'm a prairie girl through and through. Going back home is a necessity in staying grounded and connected… Continue reading The Place Where My Spirit Breathes
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