New photos of our gallery space and room 2 (the working studio) here @ Jacobson native art

Good morning to each and everyone. Here’s to new blessings and new directions as we turn the page and open our creative temple to the world. The grand opening was a big success and we’ve been dealing high energy and volume here in what is now our peak season. The community is excited and hundreds of new souls continue to find us here deep in these Kootenay mountains.
 

This photo captures the essence upon arrival here at the gallery. We are being our true and authentic selves here and the region is buzzing. Lots of action every single day. We’ve been going hard 7 days a week and every morning waking up to this new reality is a dream come true. 

This photo gives you an interesting perspective of some of the energy and art that we’ve got happening here. So far all of our new visitors have felt warmly welcomed and over joyed with our enthusiasm and energy. All have been deeply inspired by our new gallery.

Here in this photo we have a clear shot of our lounging area. A place to take a breather and take in the vibe at Jacobson native art. We have children’s books, educational materials, travel mugs and limited editions on stretched canvas. 

Here’s another cool shot giving you another look at what we have in the gallery. Beautiful shirts with incredible First Nations art and designs being offered. We have an eclectic selection we believe and offer a variety of interesting and incredible art pieces. 

Here is room 2 of the gallery studio space. We have 25 foot ceilings and mega space to create bigger works of art. We have a lot of room for workshops, fellow artists in our community to come and hang out and just paint. I love it...it feels so awesome and exciting.

Once again here’s another section of this incredible space. With dozens of paintings on the go and all of them in various stages, it truly gives the onlooker a real sense of what an actual working studio and gallery space feels like. 

We are absolutely delighted to be bringing such cultural depth and light to the Kootenay region. At this level, it’s never been done out here before. I’m the first. I feel so honoured to be spearheading such an amazing force in regards to our spiritual energy and power. 

Here’s the staircase and another viewpoint of the space, room 2. Room 3 above is a spot for the antique lovers of the world. We wanted to have a little something for the soul travellers out here. I’ve always loved antiques and weird odds and ends as I like to call that. 

This is another angle from above at the top of the staircase. Just to give some size in space and perspective. The feeling is one of warmth, creativity and spiritual energy. Our passion comes from within and our vision is to connect each and everyone who comes through our gallery. Culture is the foundation. Spirit is the guiding light.

The amount of energy we have put out over the last 30 days has been absolutely transformative. We are here. We are open and ready to serve each and everyone with the highest principles of love, hope, faith and creativity. It has been an exciting ride so far and every day is a new experience meeting so many incredible souls who are embracing our new vision and dream. 

To share the brilliance of our culture through art, ceremony and spirit. I’ll continue to upload new stories and articles as we trudge the road of a happy destiny. Until then, enjoy the photos and I hope to see you come by and make the effort to come out  and find me...

All my relations, MAJ

Massive 3 day Power outage Deep in the Kootenay mountains 2021

 

Good evening to each and everyone. It’s amazing how we take so much for granted at times. We were recently hit with a 3 day power outage during what was a freak storm for 20 minutes but wreaked havoc for hundreds,of thousands of souls all throughout the Kootenay’s. Hundreds of trees down and power lines fallen everywhere. 

Here is a wonderful shot of my boy observing the element of fire. Growing up out here in the wilderness has greatly effected my sons growth and confidence being out in nature spirit. He loves it and embraces the every day experiences of being out here. I take him quading out here as well and he absolutely loves that too. Daddy time for him and he always looks up at me and smiles during our rides. 

During this power outage I went deep up the mountain and found a bunch of fallen trees etc on the trails. I even went as far as I could but was once again humbled by the mountain. I started spinning in the snow and was several kilometres away from civilization. I recognized it was time to slowly retrace my trail up this road and reverse back down to some sand and rock. I managed and made it safely back home. Enjoy your evening everyone and indeed we got our power back on today...all my relations...MAJ

For the love of black and whites @ Jacobson native art 2021

Good afternoon to all my visitors, collectors and fans. Here’s to another blessed day of being alive and moving forward one day at a time. Although this pandemic has taken a real toll on our capacity for social relationships, sharing together and enjoying one another’s company, we must soldier on. Prayers and blessings for those going through a challenging time. Healing for those suffering. 

I wanted to share some inspiration through art and my cultural heritage. I have always been fond of the black and white drawings/paintings I’ve done. They are quite distinguishable from my use of colours. But have their own life force none the less. Working in this format helps to broaden the creative scope and vision of an Anishanabe woodland style artist. 

This process affords the artist to learn and grow with regard to line and form. The subject matter grows, refines itself through this process. We can find new imagery and designs in this flow. A way to work out the details and composition to a more refined state in result. Reminds me of our medicine scrolls and indeed that is exactly how I see these images myself. Rebirthing the stories and teachings of the animal clan council. 

I am honoured and thankful for the wisdom of our mother earth. Our ancestors knew this importance and understanding. It is our responsibility to continue to share these fundamentals and to give our history and teachings new life throughout every generation from this to the next. I truly love being an artist, a storyteller, a visionary. It is an honour to share these with each of you. Wishing you all continued strength and power....all my relations, MAJ 

Celebrating culture and creativity at Jacobson native art in 2021

 

Good evening to each and everyone who’s been coming by the new website and sharing your energy and appreciation for my art works. It sure has been a wild ride through 2020. Many have endured this pandemic with courage, determination, resilience and steadfast action. We have remained vigilant and healthy and we continue to move forward one day at a time. 

I wanted to share some good thoughts and affirmations that I practice and felt that it would be great to do so. I practice my spirituality daily with certain attitudes and behaviours each day. I find that affirmations are a great way to learn about self belief and consistency. For an artist, these practices are essential in creating self esteem, confidence, focus, faith and action in building an art career. 

Here is a list of some solid affirmations that I practice:

- I am a talented and brilliant artist

- What I do as an artist matters

- Me and my art are gifts to the world

- I am creative and I am powerful

- I believe in the Creator and the Creator believes in me

- Being an artist is a gift, my gift back to the universe is to use it 

- I am a co-Creator, a spearhead of advancing creation

- I am an intelligent channel of spirit

- I am wealthy, prosperous and giving

- I am the master I’ve been searching for my whole life

- I believe in me I believe in you

- I am blessed to serve my people to serve creation and Mother Earth 

- I am a unique and divine blessing

- I am responsible for how I think, feel and act

- I am light I am love

Once again to all my friends, fans and collectors, thank you for each and everything you all do. I appreciate you so much and I thank the universe for putting us together during the different times and experiences that we have been together in enjoying our bond, our connections and our sharing with regard to helping each other evolve and move into even greater love, creation and sharing with one another. 

Here’s to all the best for each of you as we move into 2021 and discover new adventures and opportunities. All my relations....MAJ

Jacobson native art is now available to educators, institutions and native organizations...

To all educators, institutions, native organizations: 

I’m opening up time slots across Canada with all schools/programs who want to do zoom/FaceTime classes online with me. The concept will be my Ojibway animal clan totem and clan teachings, book. 

This package is all available through my award winning children’s book (for all ages) titled: Ojibway clans - animal totems and spirits. This book will be the premise and discussion points, making the art and the symbols outlining the class focus. 

Please get in touch with me at: jacobson101@hotmail.com as spots are now being taken and worked out....thank you. All my relations...MAJ

What people are saying about Mark Anthony Jacobson native art

Good afternoon friends. Here’s to wishing you all a beautiful day while we experience our first snow and a serious cold snap for October in 2020 deep in the Kootenay mountains. I wanted to designate this post on the new website to what some of my art collectors and admirers are saying about my art works and their personal experiences. 

The above painting was done over 20 years ago. I created this piece in the year 2000 while living in Toronto, Ontario. I recently got a call from the president of the Canadian race relations foundation in Toronto last week. He called to let me know that he is the new president and that this original painting hangs in his new office. 

We hit it off immediately and had a well rounded discussion on matters effecting the cultural fabric of this country. We both agreed that much needs to be done about race relations in Canada and that systemic racism is a serious problem that needs much healing. Generations of colonialism has not only effected us First Nations, but the average Canadian citizen seems to be suffering just as much. There is so much room for growth and potential with regard to these matters. All in time I suppose and I look forward to being a part of the solution rather than the continuing problem. 

I wanted to share what others have had to say about my works as well so here is a list of these comments and I feel such love and appreciation from these magical souls themselves. I consider it a privilege to be able to touch people through my art. It is one of many factors that inspire me to do what I do. So with that, here are some of these experiences to share:

Peter Bolle: From the first time I encounter woodlands art on a business trip to Vancouver, I have wanted to own a piece of my own.  A few years back Mark posted a pair of totems for sale and I simply had to have them. When they arrived I was in awe of their beauty and vivid colors.  Had them framed and hung them over the fireplace.

I loved them So much I had a peice commissioned of two loons and their young, on a lake in the evening with the moon shining above.

Loons for me strike a special core in my soul, their calls draw your ear skyward in hopes of hearing it again.  I look at this piece of woodlands art and can hear the loons call in the night.Thank you Mark for putting my thoughts to the canvas I admire them each night before I head to bed.

Mohammed Hashim - president of the Canadian race relations foundation:

Your work grounded me. It reminded me of our interconnectedness but also of our interdependency. It reminded me, for whom we gather and the spirit in which we must move forward. 

I’m truly honoured to have your painting in my office. I was on a video call with all the CEOs of all the national museums in Canada and pointed your painting out, told them about you and your son and how you asked us all to walk together in peace. 

We might be ‘Split Spirits’ but we from one Creator.

Mandy W:

When I first saw  Mark Anthony Jacobson's art hanging in a shop it really leaped off the wall at me.  The lines are so traditional but the colours are so modern and exciting.  It's like they give the old narrative a fresh tongue, commanding attention.  Old stories and ideas are again relevant when an artist can draw people in, in a really beautiful way.  I love the successful marriage between the beauty and the deep thoughtfulness in his work.

Krysalis bliss from Facebook:

Mark, YOU are a precious gift. My very first experience was when I watched “There are No Fakes”, the documentary of an Indigenous legacy artist your friend, Norval Morriseau. I remember pausing the movie and then writing your name down and googling it. Your art hit smack the center of my soul. I had to know more! I then found you right here on FB. I felt your intregrity on the spot with all the tireless efforts you sent forth with that incredible documentary. Thank you for that!! An immediate soul brother connection indeed. Everytime i hear the word Indigenous my heart leaps and sings! 

Your colour composition is off the hook. The layers of ancient tribal spirits pushing thru the paint on your canvas, begging for a voice, honoured that you embodied their soul. Your style is so clean and the flow is endless. I could spend all day drowning in your paintings and every time feeling ever SO complete and whole with my Native roots. My ancestors echoing out thru your work. You my beautiful friend, i am so incredibly grateful that Spirit showed me the way to finally connect with your energy and light. You are the most kindest Being always walking in grace. You inspire me to go deeper with my own work, you always have something to share with my art that quite honestly motivates me to keep at it, layer after layer.  Bless bless you Mark, we are all so touched by your love, your warm spirit, your guidance, strength, and your truly one of a kind healing art. Love and Blessings bestowed upon you and all your relations, Krysalis Bliss 

Marlene Collins:

Tapwe 

This is a Cree word meaning TRUTH, Mark Anthony Jacobson is a true artist his images, his dedication and his use of spirit animals, bold beautiful colours makes me think of being in a magical place where everything and everyone understands each other,everyone at peace and we actually see why as indigenous people we are guardians of this small planet we call home.
I wish you nothing but success, great adventures and tons of happiness, sending positive thoughts, energy and love  my friend.

A special thank you to each of you and I’m honoured and grateful. May the sun continue to shine its light in your life and onto your loved ones. With love and respect...all my relations, MAJ

Mark Anthony Jacobson native art gallery and art for sale?

It is a beautiful day today out here in the Kootenay mountains. The seasons of change are upon us.  Life is shifting day by day as we prepare for the winter months, those winter moons. I also wanted to mention that I get emails quite regularly and a common theme in them these days is, how do I acquire new works?

They ask for any galleries that may have new paintings and I am glad to announce that I have chosen a new path forward and that the only way to get new works is directly through me. So far all new customers have been delighted and are excited to work with me exclusively.

I feel way more at ease dealing with people in this fashion and prefer this method moving forward. This new site will be the place to inquire about all new works in the studio. I will have many limited edition prints available as well here at this site. 

This new painting I did to honour my son Sagein Wisdom is in his private collection. We will be releasing limited edition prints of this painting to also give honour to all of our children upon Mother Earth. The original measures in size at 36 x 48 inches. We will offer prints in 18 x 24 inches, 24 x 30 inches, 30 x 40 inches and perhaps 36 x 48 inches as well. You can contact us and make arrangements for preorders at: jacobson101@hotmail.com 

Once again thank you to each and everyone of you who appreciate my works of art and I look forward to moving into the future with all of you. All my relations, MAJ 

Here’s a few photos of the outdoor art studio....deep in the Kootenay’s

 This first photo here is all custom built and designed. By a wonderful father and son combination here in the Kootenay’s. This community has welcomed us with open arms and we feel honoured that we have the privilege and respect to share the art form and the cultural teachings with all who come. 

Here’s another view upon entering the grounds of the art studio. You’ll see us getting our winter wood ready as well as that is a bigtime must for those of us living in the mountains. The pace of daily life out here is all dependent on how you choose to embrace all 4 seasons. Preparation is a huge asset in one’s character out here, that’s for sure. 

This 3rd photo brings in a cool perspective of what’s going on here as well. Giving people the opportunity to become a part of the circle in my cultural practices along with the spirit of creativity and that powerful energy. To be all inclusive and to always remain welcoming are fundamental teachings to us Anishanabe that go way way back, much before settler contact. These are the old teachings that still must be practiced daily, even under pressure and difficulty. 

Here is a scared space created where visitors to the studio can smudge, can pray and meditate. They can come and sing their songs here too. All are welcome. The ancestors desire for our ways to be shared. We are the spirit of these ways of the land and of the waters. Our culture is filled with such richness and depth. We have a saying called: All my relations that means exactly what it says. I believe 9n this with all my heart and soul. 

Here’s an art sculpture I built on a meditation I had here while developing this outdoor studio concept. The whole theme is like having a sacred amulet of well-beingness and protection. The spirit loves pretty things. Colour and magic is everywhere...all my relations. 

The sacredness of the eagle staff is of major importance and has major significance for us First Nations. It is a symbol of strength, governance and empowerment that entails a spirit of sovereignty and dignity and pride that is quite distinguishing in our spirit world and understandings. The eagle staff has been with our people’s for tens of thousands of years. Thus coming before any flag either Canadian or American. These are old school teachings that come with those who carry the staffs. All my relations. 

Some of my limited edition prints I have available at the studio. They all come with the title and story to each piece as well. A wonderful edition for with the new or seasoned art collector. All my relations. 

A place for the opportunity to receive signed and personally autographed copies of my award winning children’s book: Ojibway clans - animal totems and spirits. Along with personally hand picked art cards being shown as the wonderful forms of art each card is. Along with a Jacobson original hanging on the wall. Along with my own fabric being laid on that very wall...

Here’s a wall shot inside the studio space. Always a reminder with this Norval Morrisseau piece to be very very careful when playing with snakes. Obsessions are dangerous but people can be even deadlier. I hang this Morrisseau as a reminder to be very wise in whom comes to my inner circle. After the experience with the movie there are no fakes, I learned a great deal about how shallow human beings really are. The chest plate made out of bullets is a reminder that I am a true warrior for my people, for all people. 

A table to paint on, a place to create. I use easels as well but when doing my finishing processes and touches, I prefer a flatter surface 9n which to navigate those lines and details. So, there you have it, a soft walk through the space and what I’m beginning to envision while being here in this art community deep in the Kootenay mountains. Here’s to another beautiful day of life upon our Mother Earth. All my relations...MAJ

Jacobson art studio open to the public

 I have been busy during this covid-19 thinking on how to offer my knowledge and experience of the art world to the public. I believe I’ve come up with a fantastic solution. I’ll be opening up my art studio and practice as an artist to the public to share in the teachings of my culture and this art form. I’m excited to finally be in a place where I feel I’m ready and in a good place to do so. 

After the Norval Morrisseau art fraud fiasco and unravelling a ton of sickness and garbage from both sides of the coin, meaning the good guys and the bad guys involved, it got to be too heartbreaking. I focused on our son and on living a new life out here in the Kootenay’s. The change has been divine to say the least. 

I also learned a valuable lesson in the Canadian art scene. During this entire covid-19 experience, not one of these Canadian art galleries even called or asked how I was doing, on how my son is and such. Absolutely nothing. It’s really empty and cold in my view now. I made many of these galleries and dealers  10’s of thousands of dollars and not a peep. I came to conclude that in the era of truth and reconciliation, in a time where decolonization is the new light for us and my people the great Anishanabe, there was zero efforts by any of these so-called art dealers. 

It’s quite embarrassing and disappointing if you ask me. Not for me, but for them. That their hearts are that way. It was just pathetic and thus I came to a place where I’ve decided to move on. This has now empowered me and my brand to what is the next level for me. Ive also got some exciting new activity shaping up in Europe so, the time for international connections and such is most definitely upon me. 

Who needs the heartache and constant let down from such dubious characters anyhow. With me at the helm, being fully responsible for everything I’m doing, it feels way more exciting. No reliance on outside sources trying to make a quick buck on my back. I make the decisions and shall reap the benefits of my success and hard work. Especially for my son, Sagein. My real boss and the one I work For now...

Also, this studio doesn’t need to be advertised. You have to find me out here. Customers and collectors will have to make the efforts to reach out and find out where I’m at and how to view and purchase the new art. With my new energy manifesting in Europe, the new open studio being available to the world public out here, I feel that I’m unstoppable. I am...

All my relations....MAJ

Jacobson art deep in the mountains

 

I absolutely love riding my quad in these spectacular mountain ranges called the Kootenay’s. I left Vancouver in 2017 because of the birth of my son, Sagein Wisdom. I spent 17 years living in Vancouver. Before that I also cut my teeth as an artist in Toronto Ontario for about 8 years. I left there in 2003 and have never looked back. 

Obviously it was necessary to leave the big cities because I felt that my boy would flourish well living so close to nature spirit and indeed this has proven to be the case. I too have felt the immense changes and power of this move. My work is definitely way more connected to the spirit of our Mother Earth. We literally live on a mountain so, it’s incredibly powerful and moving for anyone let alone us artists. 

Life these days is truly fantastic. I love living out here and the access I have to nature spirit has been the most profound connection I’ve ever had in my life. It is influencing me and the artworks in a dramatic fashion. The language of Mother Earth runs deep. I know this language intimately and I encourage anyone  when the opportunity knocks to connect with nature spirit, do it. When she invites you in, embrace her power, her wisdom. 

All my relations....MAJ

Welcome to the new site.

 

Good day to each and everyone. It’s been a while since I’ve been back online. A lot has happened and changed over the last 4 years. I am embarking on a new journey and I have so much to share with you all. I’m excited about this new direction in my life and happy to be sharing my art and culture of the great Anishanabe. 

For those of you who are interested in buying, selling or promoting First Nations native art, I’m here for you. I am regarded as a master in this particular art form known as the woodland school or in our ways of saying it: Anishanabe art.

I have extensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of the current 4 generations of artists who are working in this style. I am also one of the worlds leading experts in the art of Norval Morrisseau, my friend and mentor who before his death in 2007, asked me specifically to help him. 

I have. There is no one better out there who understands what makes a Morrisseau a Morrisseau. For authentication purposes I will share my experiences and knowledge and I will continue to educate throughout this platform. 

I’m excited to move forward with the great spirit of our art and it’s cultural understandings. If you have any questions about anything pertaining to the art form, I will do my best to answer those questions with pure honesty. Once again I thank you for appreciating my works of art, knowledge and understandings. 

All my relations,

MAJ