Expressions of reclaimation - August 12, 2021
I had the wonderful opportunity to share my work and methods with the New Westminster Arts Council, in August 2021. The series of workshops was the brainchild of Sonyowah Timothy Elijah and sought to highlight five Indigenous artists in British Columbia and their visions of Reclamation, and what that means for reconciliation. Please check out the YouTube video of the recording of my talk and share in what I do with Indigenous Nouveau.
From the New Westminster Arts Council Website:
“Kaija Heitland is a Vancouver-based tattooer, beadworker and fabric artist from the Cowichan Valley Métis Nation. Her designs showcase the unique patterns, arts,culture, and history of her people. Her company, Indigenous Nouveau, brings greater visibility for her people in British Columbia. Join Kaija online as she shares her design process and watch her incorporate Indigenous values into all aspects of her fabric production!”