Good day to each and everyone. Life is well and I am feeling very inspired with the direction my life is going in. Living here on the great Ktunaxa nation deep in the Kootenay mountains is absolutely magnificent. I wake up every day feeling happy, joyous and inspired about life.
I wanted to share my experiences with the great Haida nation and my invitation to the potlatch of the great Robert and Reg Davidson. Brothers who exemplify cultural pride and masterful talent in the art world. These artists are true magicians to their people. To witness the reverence And cultural pride that the Haida people revered these 2 masters was absolutely incredible.
Their significance and cultural pride was truly something to behold. It was over 4 days and I had the honour to be invited to participate and share in the history of their people. It was so beautiful and brought up in me a depth of pride and love that humbled me for my entire experience, there.
Watching the 4 day ceremony and participating in their protocols was a treasure for me which I’ll always behold as life changing. I got to see first hand how important our artforms are to an entire nation of people. How the ceremonies, stories, songs and teachings were revered by their people. It was such a celebration of beauty and story telling. The Davidson brothers released 22 sub crests throughout their artform. Each was something to be so incredibly moved by.
I learned then on a deeper level than before on just how important our roles are as artists, as visionaries for the people. We are the culture bearers for our society, our clan systems, our teachings and ceremonies. We are the magicians of the earth. The wayshowers for our people, for all people. This is the true role of the artist.
Enjoy these photographs and the beauty of the Haida nation. What a privilege and thank you for all the love and support of my art and culture of the great Anishanabe. All my relations MAJ
