The Wild Flower

 Artscapes and indigenous epistemology. A digital inspiration board.

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Demian Dine’ Yazhi’ Untitled (For Andrea Smith), 2012 Letterpress print on Stonehenge paper / white / 250 gsm The text was hand-set in Futura Condensed / 36 pt.

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Such an important reminder of the historical and ongoing work of indigenous women. Colonization and patriarchy are not separate processes, they have worked in tandem to normalize gender hierarchy and gender-based violence. 

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A powerful truth. “Violence against the Earth begets violence against women. The colonial values of patriarchy and capitalism exploit the land and exploit our women” Melina Laboucan Massimo.

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Birds flying near a giant Saguaro cactus

Source: PhoebesWorkshop  

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Alexander Girard

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Desert Silhouette, Black and White

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“Certain cacti produce substance called mescaline which induces hallucinogenic effects. It has been used by shamans to induce trans-like state and ensure ‘communication’ with [the Divine].”

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Land of Beauty and Joy, 2015

Alex Janvier

watercolour on paper

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Courting Birds

Saimaiyu Akesuk

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Beloved of the Sky, 1935

Emily Carr

oil on canvas

Emily Carr was the quintessential “settler meets indigenous” British-Canadian artist. Although her later work shifted from aboriginal communities to focus on landscapes, the West coast indigenous themes - and spirit - remained undiminished.