We celebrated our group exhibition in Trail B.C. last night with a big splash of indigenous art and culture…autumn 2026

 

Last night in Trail, B.C. we had our opening night for the group exhibition called: A gathering of indigenous voices. It was a wonderful energy and success for all of us artists. We brought our cultural energy and spirit as showcased in the paintings throughout the exhibition. We did an honour song and acknowledged the territory and the tribes. We brought everyone there into the circle and everyone most certainly felt apart of. An all inclusive vibe was the goal and no question we had achieved that. I had never been to Trail, B.C. before until last night. So it was certainly an incredible way and opportunity to be introduced to this vibrant community. The exhibit runs until October 8th, 2026. We all sold art and did quite well on opening night. Here are some extra photos and such detailing the vibe…

Indeed it was a joyful and fun experience and I got to meet new collectors who have been following my work on social media and in whom I never got to meet face to face until last night from the entire region. Over the last 10 years I’ve been building all kinds of unique relationships with the communities in the region. From Nakusp to Kaslo, from Nelson to Castlegar and Trail. From Creston to Cranbrook B.C. I live in Crawford bay B.C. in a very small village of 350 souls over here on the east shore of kootenay lake we are quite central to the entire region. The Kootenay’s have no doubt become a major creative playground for me. Living here in natures paradise is also where I gave birth to Woodland A.I. (Anishanabe intelligence) in 2024. 

We also showed Kassondra’s paintings in the exhibition as we wanted to lift her spirit up as best as we all could. My son Sagein was present taking video clips, asking people questions and taking all kinds of pictures as well, documenting the experience. Pretty damn cool for an 8 year old boy living in the fast lane of the art world. He absolutely loved it and helped me to carry a prayer during the opening of the exhibition. Any how it was a pleasure to be there and we all got blessed with sales and opportunities that took place last night…more to come. Miigwetch, Rainbow Thunderbird - MAJ 🌈🦅🌈

P.S: Here’s an updated review from a wonderful soul who attended our show:

Enjoy this peyote prayer song by the great Louie Gonnie called: A new dawn

Even in times of darkness, the light of creativity shines on. Welcome to the future of indigenous art, welcome to Woodland A.I.

 

Good evening to everyone and I sure hope you are all feeling protected, comforted and loved as we are definitely dealing with dark times on many fronts worldwide. Making art and focusing on creating is no doubt super comforting and healing. My son and I are in good spirits even though we are conscious and aware of the fracture. We continue to press forward exploring new opportunities and doors being opened. We remain hopeful for good blessings to continue to manifest and we have each others back as he so often says. I’m privileged to continue on knowing that many things are simply out of our control and we must turn over all things to our Creator. Seeking that guidance and understanding daily has given us fresh courage and strength. 

These new media concepts for building an identity with my new indigenous art genre in Woodland A,I, turned out pretty cool. I obviously chose image 2 of these as it reflects the future spirit and energy of my sister Angie who passed on several years ago. It’s my way to keep her in my daily walk and journey in life. The other 2 turned out deadly and I’m sure I’ll find different ways to introduce them in other media situations. I absolutely love what one can do with A.I. It’s a new world making art with it and combining the technology in my art has been a super profound innovation. 

Woodland A.I. Title: Thunderbird family. 2026 

I say Miigwetch to the great spirit of life itself each and every morning and spend time in meditation and contemplation. It clears the path for the day. It’s a good way to operate one’s life on a daily basis. A living spiritual experience. This is how I guide my son. To be an example of the power. That light we find within. These new woodland a.i. remastered original paintings feel that spirit of reflection, of contemplation. Finding the light as we move forward even under pressure and difficulty. The second one symbolizes my boy finding his way through the journey of life. Always looking forward no matter what. Trudging the road of happy destiny. My lil guy, my light, my everything. I send out prayers and blessings to anyone going through a hard time. I’ll be conscious each and everyday regarding the suffering and hurt that others are going through. I will remain to pray…

Woodland A.I. Title: Out enjoying the morning sun. 2026

I’ll clean them up some more so that I can get them print ready for limited editions. I have started with 5 new limited editions in the remastering of my older works into a new and fresh energy with Woodland A.I.  I put 2 in an auction recently and they both sold for a decent price. I sign, title and number them all on the back with pen. They look absolutely incredible and I take a video of them as well so that people can get a better feel for the new artworks. So, even though we are facing one of the toughest breaks to our family, both Sagein and I will continue pressing forward in love and solidarity. The door will always remain open for her but I have chosen to move on from what was. There will be other doors to open in the future…

Miigwetch with more to come…Rainbow Thunderbird - MAJ 🌈🦅🌈

My son and I doing another tour throughout the Kootenay mountains in B.C.