“Gnigaami” (We are singing) 18x24” Detailed Artistry Floral designs are traditional in

Floral designs are traditional in Anishnaabe beadwork and can be found on pow so or ceremonial regalia

this woman has two young children that she has to care for

using a blend of hand-finishing and precision casting techniques

a pathway to higher wisdom

canoeing and some are sung for the ceremonies

“Gnigaami” (We are singing) 18x24” Detailed Artistry Floral designs are traditional inVIDEO BY THE ARTIST Download the Insert (PDF) Artist Bio This image was created to honour the women hand drum singers. I have always had a great appreciation for the drum and for the women who pass on the tradition of the drum and the songs. Some of the songs are very old and passed on from generation to generation, other songs are contemporary but rooted in tradition. The songs are sung for many reasons, some included daily duties like picking