Turtle Legend Painting Workshop
*The event has already taken place on this date: Thu, 05/04/2023
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Join artist James Groening for an fun, inspiring & immersive workshop where you'll learn the story of Turtle Island & paint your own masterpiece.
Turtle Island is the creation story for the lands now known as North & Central America, told by numerous Indigenous First Nations. James will share the story of how Turtle Island came into being & how sharing stories & teachings have inspired his artistic & healing journey.
James will have canvas prepared with a turtle designed in the Woodland Art style which you'll paint & bring to life using the signature bright & bold colours of the style. Woodland Art is a distinct style of Indigenous art that blends traditional legends & myths with contemporary mediums using expressive line work & bright colours. It explores the relationships between people, animals & plants & is rich with spiritual imagery & symbolism.
Through knowledge sharing & creation, discover the power of story & connection, while painting your own turtle.
All supplies are included.
Artist/Instructor Bio
James Groening, aka Blue Sky, is a Burnaby-based Cree artist from the Kahkewistahaw First Nation. Adopted by his white grandparents during the Sixties Scoop, Groening was raised disconnected from his Kahkewistahaw roots. After meeting his biological mother & learning of his heritage, James was inspired to pursue a journey of reclaiming his Indigeneity.
Groening paints in the Woodland Art style with expressive designs & vibrant colours, depicting stories & legends from his rich cultural heritage. Led by artistic intuition & meaningful legends, Groening's artwork documents his journey of healing & growth, as he attempts to revitalize his cultural identity through art making & knowledge sharing.
Groening's artwork can bee seen in Chronicle: Stories & Symbols of Culture & Connection on display at the Kay Meek Arts Centre.
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