A new display of artwork presented by Aunty Collective Indigenous Creative Practice Hub, in Partnership with Tatus Creative. This mixed-media show includes a variety of art, from video, to handmade drums and blankets, showcases the methods and cultural connections of the artists to Indigenous practices.
About the Artists
Margaret Augustls is a Two-Spirit, Coast Salish artist from shíshálh Nation. Margaret was born on the traditional unceded Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ territories, now called Victoria B.C. Margaret is committed to their art practice as they believe it is their life’s purpose. Margaret’s work is inspired by their traditional teachings and encounters with nature. Some of their artistic influences include Susan Point (Coast Salish), late Mark Preston (Tlingit), and LessLIE (Coast Salish). For more info you can check Margaret out at Margaret August , or Facebook: Margaret August Art Instagram: @salish_artist_margaret_august
Katie Pootoogook Manomie Ngujunga, Nunavuumi Innu-Nii-Kuu-Junga. My name is Katie Pootoogook Manomie, and I am an Inuk woman born in Iqaluit, Nunavut. Suzanne and Enook Manomie adopted me at birth, then moved me to BC at three years old making me a part of the “60s Scoop”. My biological family comes from Kinngait, Nunavut. I am actively working on reclaiming my Inuk identity by reconnecting with my biological family and creating artwork. I am currently a grateful guest on the Lekwungen Territory and a member of the Aunty Collective.
My name is Sarah Rhude and I am Mi'kmaq (tleyawi Gespe'gewa'gi),Irish/English/French), Two-Spirit, multimedia creative, and co-founder/co-owner of Aunty Collective Indigenous Creative Practice Hub. The pieces in Blanket highlight the importance of ongoing relationship and responsibility to the shorelines and peoples with whom my creative practice is revealed. I acknowledge the Dene, Mi’kmaq, Anishinaabe and Lək̓ʷəŋən shorelines where this work was created, as well as Pam Russ, Dallas Rhude, Sophie De Rosney, Tania Willard, Lindsay Delaronde and my communities creative input and support. Msit No’kmaq- all my relations.
About Aunty Collective
Aunty Collective is a creative practice, learning, and commerce space for Indigenous artists and peoples from across Turtle Island. We prioritize creating space and supporting the agency of Indigenous 2SLGBTQIIA+, women, and youth.
At Aunty Collective, we work to develop accessible opportunities for Indigenous artists to learn and share knowledge, create, and nurture future generations. We gratefully recognize the sovereignty of the Lekwungen Peoples, land, waters, ancestors, and non-human relations. We understand that our work is made possible only through meaningful, respectful, and reciprocal relationships.
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About Tatus Creative
Tatus Creative is a registered non-profit organization, committed to carving a meaningful footprint within the entertainment industry and Arts communities, championing the talent of Indigenous artists in Canada and around the world.