Art Gallery

The Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) is putting together a collection of Indigenous art primarily from Canada, United States, and the Americas as a way to support and promote culture through art.

It is on display at NWAC’s new Social, Economic, and Cultural Innovation Centre in downtown Gatineau, Quebec. Each piece is for sale, with money from the sales supporting artists. Many of the pieces can be seen on this page. Take some time to scroll through the gallery for your enjoyment, or with intention of purchasing a truly beautiful example of Indigenous artistry as either original or reproduction.

Can Indigenous artwork be part of reconciliation?

Art’s impact on people and society is well documented. Museums and galleries across the planet have known how art can influence humanity; it has shaped the cultural mosaic of mankind for centuries and will continue to do so for eons.

Art enhances brain function by affecting brain wave patterns, emotions and the nervous centre. Art also has an impact on society in its ability to change opinions, instill values, and translate experiences across space and time. It has been said that “anything is possible through art.” Indeed, the field of psychology recognizes that art can break down cultural and social barriers; it can make people “feel.”

The Seven Grandfather Teachings is a set of teachings that guides Indigenous Peoples. They are integral to our way of being and are reflected in the many things we do as a people.

When Indigenous artists create artwork (not artifacts, sacred items, or ceremonial pieces), they are often do so for a purpose. Many times, the art reflects an Indigenous artist’s perspective of the past, the present, and the future. This Indigenous lens and worldview often references traditional teachings, ceremony, cultural expressions, and scenes and symbolism of spirituality, life, nature, and mankind.

Indigenous artists are important to Indigenous communities. They transfer knowledge through their art and are able to channel their ability to know, heal, and see into an art piece that in itself can reflect and promote healing, decolonizing, and reconciliation.

When displayed with intention and prominently positioned, Indigenous artwork can greatly influence the energy of a room and the people in that room. If done respectfully and in accordance with protocols, artwork by Indigenous people can Indigenize a space.

Indigenous artists recognize the importance of their work and strive to promote Indigenous culture, healing, and reconciliation.

Organizations working towards reconciliation should be applauded for recognizing the impacts and importance of art on people and society. But organizations need to do more than hang a few pieces of Indigenous art on their walls.

Reconciliation requires dialogue. In the same way that space was made for Indigenous art, so should space be made for dialogue—for teaching, education, and creating reconciliation opportunities for staff, guests, and visitors.

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By: Wayne McKenzie

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By: Wayne McKenzie

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By: Wayne McKenzie

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By: Shelby Gagnon

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By: F. N.

Indigenous Savage

By: Unknown

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By: Kara Tourangeau

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By: Kara Tourangeau

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By: Victor Tssessaze

Inukshuk I

By: Dawn Oman

Once we were water carriers

By: Pat Buderer

Seven Trees

By: Loretta Gould

Caribou Hair Sculpting

By: Catherine (Myrtle) deMeulles

Handcrafted Fiddle

By: John Arcand

Sun-Red Cedar Mask

By: Ross Henderson

Antler Sculpture

By: Unknown

Eagle Bentbox

By: Alano Edzerza

Eagle Box in Glass

By: Alano Edzerza

Sasquatch

By: David Louis Jr

Killer Whale

By: Chris Sparrow

Orcas and Salmon

By: David Louis Jr

Moon Mask

By: Jimmy Joseph

Orca Glass panel

By: Corey Bulpitt

Thunderbird

By: Alano Edzerza

Eagle

By: Trevor Angus

Man Wearing A Blanket

By: David Louis Jr

Walk With Me

By: Russell Noganosh

Buffalo Spirits

By: Russell Noganosh

Shaman Teachings

By: Russell Noganosh

Protect My Family

By: Russell Noganosh

Autumn Dance

By: Maxine Noel

Northern Lights I

By: Betty Albert

Mother & Moon

By: Betty Albert

Morning Star Woman

By: Betty Albert

Evening Sun Woman

By: Betty Albert

Wisdom

By: Betty Albert

Sisters

By: Betty Albert

Comanche Pony

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Take the Power Back

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Here Comes the Hotstepper

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Spring Coat

By: Dawn Oman

Mates

By: Dawn Oman

Love

By: Betty Albert

Humility

By: Betty Albert

Honesty

By: Betty Albert

Respect

By: Betty Albert

Migration

By: Betty Albert

Always

By: Jerry Whitehead

You Come Join Us

By: Jerry Whitehead

Midnight Dance

By: Jerry Whitehead

A Mother’s Love

By: Maxine Noel

Wolf Guardian

By: Maxine Noel

Approach Autumn

By: Maxine Noel

The Guardian of the Monarch

By: Maxine Noel

Bountiful Harvest

By: Jim Oskineegish

Full Moon

By: Dawn Oman

Inukshuk I

By: Dawn Oman

Dancing Loons

By: Russell Noganosh

Blue Hummingbird & Flower

By: Pauline Bull

Barn Owl

By: Sue Coccia

Beaver

By: Sue Coccia

Bear

By: Dave Pelletier

Which Way

By: Dave Pelletier

Bear Vision

By: Russell Noganosh

Dream Bringers

By: Victoria McKinney

Bald Eagle

By: Sue Coccia

Ko’

By: Michelle Tsosie Sisneros

Family

By: Flett Kurt

Purple Hummingbird

By: Pauline Bull

Harmony

By: Flett Kurt

Playtime

By: Flett Kurt

Going Home

By: Flett Kurt

Raven

By: Andrew Mark Dexel

Butterfly

By: Andrew Mark Dexel

On Eagles Wings

By: Shelby Gagnon

Homage to a Flower

By: Rick Beaver

Harvest Flock

By: Rick Beaver

Gone fishing

By: Hubert Billy

The Shaman

By: Arnold Isbister

Winter Run

By: Dawn Oman

Keeping the Family Close

By: John Balloue

Salmon

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Hidden

By: Jerry Whitehead

Sunrise

By: Flett Kurt

Lovebirds

By: Sue Coccia

Woodland Rainbow

By: Lee Claremont

Comforting

By: Frank Polson

Bear Clan

By: Frank Polson

The Healer

By: Dawn Oman

Four Direction Dialogue

By: Frank Polson

Turtle

By: Angela Kimble

Fishing Stories

By: Micgaela Jones

Kindred Spirits

By: Micgaela Jones

Three Feathers

By: Dawn Oman

Bison

By: Sue Coccia

Dragonfly

By: Sue Coccia

Chinook

By: Sue Coccia

Night Encampment

By: Vallentina LaPier

Fallen Warrior

By: Vallentina LaPier

Fallen Shields

By: Vallentina LaPier

Going For It

By: Victoria McKinney

Girl On Fire

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Run Rabbit Run

By: Michelle Tsosie Sisneros

Spotted Ponies

By: Michelle Tsosie Sisneros

Jumping the Canyon Walls

By: Michelle Tsosie Sisneros

Smooth Operator

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Mother and Daughter

By: Betty Albert

Tribal Cat

By: Hubert Billy

Spirit Bear

By: Hubert Billy

Medicine Man

By: Jim Oskineegish

Dreamers Flight

By: Jim Oskineegish

Lucky Rabbit

By: Dawn Oman

Great Catch

By: Dawn Oman

Hummingbird & Butterflies

By: Hubert Billy

Revealing Summers Riches

By: Joe Mandur Jr

Joyous Motherhood

By: Cecil Youngfox

Walalu Dance

By: Victoria McKinney

Unknown

By: Chief Lady Bird

This Land

By: Dawn Oman

Eager Beaver

By: John Balloue

Crab

By: Sue Coccia

Bee

By: Sue Coccia

Unknown

By: Unknown

Salmon

By: Sue Coccia

Horse Play

By: Vallentina LaPier

Harvesting the Hair of Mother Earth

By: Jackie Traverse

April Moon

By: Betty Albert

Two Spirits Meet

By: Betty Albert

This is Winter

By: Kirk Brant

Humpback Whale in Green Water

By: Alan Syliboy

Caribou with Red

By: Alan Syliboy

Raven

By: Sue Coccia

Snowy Owl

By: Sue Coccia

Buffalo

By: Sue Coccia

Polar Bear

By: Sue Coccia

Spiritual Connection

By: Russell Noganosh

Denendeh

By: Dawn Oman

Unknown

By: Unknown

Unknown - Pink

By: Vazquez

Belugas

By: Dawn Oman

Quiet Moments

By: Maxine Noel

Spring Morning

By: Maxine Noel

Circle of Life

By: Maxine Noel

Night's Protection

By: Maxine Noel

Great Horned Owl

By: Sue Coccia

Hawk

By: Sue Coccia

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By: Unknown

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By: Jackie Traverse

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By: Abraham Monias

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By: Unknown

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By: Unknown

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By: Unknown

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By: Unknown

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By: Unknown

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By: Unknown

Water is Life - II

By: Christi Belcourt

Water Is Life

By: Christi Belcourt

Unknown

By: KG Bridgeman and Lisa Shepkuel

Sunflower

By: Lorenzo Cruz

Sea Turtles

By: Lorenzo Cruz

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By: Unknown

North

By: Iayan Mani

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By: Unknown

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By: Lorenzo Cruz

Coho in a Tidal Rip

By: Rick Beaver

Stealth

By: Rick Beaver

Danza de Los Bisontes

By: Amado Pena Jr.

Winter Moon with Hares

By: Rick Beaver

Botanical Bodies Collection

By: Monica Loney

Botanical Bodies Collection

By: Monica Loney

Botanical Bodies Collection

By: Monica Loney

Botanical Bodies Collection

By: Monica Loney

Drago

By: Rande Cooke

Zofia

By: Rande Cooke

Macchiato

By: Rande Cooke

Morado

By: Rande Cooke

Lola

By: Rande Cooke

Ruby Dawn

By: Micgaela Jones

Thunder Rolls

By: Micgaela Jones

Wild Hearts Can’t be Broken

By: Micgaela Jones

Spring Harvest

By: Nikki Manitowabi

A New Dawn

By: Nikki Manitowabi

Lady Jay

By: Doug LaFortune

Singing Wukus

By: Doug LaFortune

Hitching a Ride

By: Doug LaFortune

Inuit Boy with Puppies

By: Dorothy Francis

Tesoros en Colores

By: Amado Pena Jr.

Winter Walk

By: Cecil Youngfox

Tres Tejedoras

By: Amado Pena Jr.

Mujer Con Yeis

By: Amado Pena Jr.

Silver Wolf III

By: Jose Manuel Alvarez Arrojo

Golden Eagle II

By: Jose Manuel Alvarez Arrojo

Polar Bear

By: Jose Manuel Alvarez Arrojo

Returning Home

By: Cecil Youngfox

Winter Mother

By: Cecil Youngfox

Family

By: Cecil Youngfox

Blue Pony

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Come on, Let's Play

By: Dorothy Francis

Southern Thunder

By: Eric Tippeconnic

Stargazers

By: Lee Claremont

Blue Moon

By: Lee Claremont

Storyteller

By: Lee Claremont

Many Hornes

By: John Balloue

Tales of the Mi’kmaq Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Tales of the Mi’kmaq Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Tales of the Mi’kmaq Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Tales of the Mi’kmaq Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Moderate Livelihood Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Moderate Livelihood Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Moderate Livelihood Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

Moderate Livelihood Set

By: Rosalee MacNeil-Doucette

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By: Unknown

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By: Chief Lady Bird

Kwe Power

By: Chief Lady Bird

Chicken Dancer

By: Chief Lady Bird

Aerial Courtship

By: Quvianaqtuk Pudlat

Women at the Fish Lakes

By: Pudlo Pudlat

Together on a Winter Night

By: Meelia Kelly

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By: Elie Adjun

Corn People

By: Patricia Beauregard

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By: Jackie Traverse

Northern Warrior

By: Rick Beaver

Spring Fling

By: Doug LaFortune

Latte Caldo

By: Rande Cooke

Under the Stars

By: Victoria McKinney

Belugas

By: Dawn Oman

Sisters Calling

By: Betty Albert

Aurora Drummer

By: Betty Albert

Inspiration

By: Betty Albert

Dancing Loons

By: Charles Silverfox

Family of Loons

By: Charles Silverfox

The Protectors

By: Charles Silverfox

Resting Kingfish

By: Charles Silverfox

Two-Owls

By: Charles Silverfox

Okuu Turtle

By: Michelle Tsosie Sisneros

Humpback Swimming with Yellow Bubbles

By: Alan Syliboy

Abandoned Woman

By: Alan Syliboy

Man Smoking a Pipe

By: Alan Syliboy

Petroglyph Sperm Whale

By: Alan Syliboy

Wesakechak Going to School

By: Dave Pelletier

Man on Turtle Island

By: Dave Pelletier

Thunderbird

By: Dave Pelletier

The Wolf Pack II

By: Hubert Billy

Deer Sculpture

By: Huichol Beaded Art

Bear Sculpture

By: Huichol Beaded Art

Turtle Sculpture

By: Huichol Beaded Art

Inner Beauty

By: Jim Oskineegish

A Mother’s Love

By: Jim Oskineegish

Every Child Matters

By: Simone McLeod

Messenger & Protector

By: Richard Riel

Bear Clan People

By: Simone McLeod

Healing Together

By: Simone McLeod

Seven Sisters

By: Jackie Traverse

Her Inner Light

By: Jackie Traverse

Mamas Little Cocoon

By: Jackie Traverse

Feasting our Lost Children

By: Simone McLeod

Caribou

By: Loretta Gould

Warrior Horse

By: Loretta Gould

Old Turtle

By: Loretta Gould

7 Turtles (each turtle holds a teaching)

By: Loretta Gould

Wandering Wolves

By: Richard Riel

Head Trickster

By: John Balloue

Frog

By: Sue Coccia

Serendipity

By: Maxine Noel

Sea Otter

By: Sue Coccia

Moose

By: Sue Coccia

Black Hills Woman

By: Maxine Noel

Sasquatch

By: Sue Coccia

Ancient Teachings

By: Maxine Noel

At one with Nature

By: Maxine Noel

Moon Medicine

By: Maxine Noel

Wolf Standing

By: Sue Coccia

Grateful Hearts

By: Victoria McKinney

Fresh Start

By: John A. Starkey

Raven for Hazel

By: Andrew Mark Dexel

Winter Spirits Medicine

By: Leah Marie Dorion

Life Giver

By: Andrew Mark Dexel

Kids Tobogganing

By: Leah Marie Dorion

Turtle and Snake

By: Leah Marie Dorion

Wolf

By: Charles Silverfox

Sacred Medicine Wheel

By: Leah Marie Dorion

Turtle Lodge

By: Leah Marie Dorion

Metis Beaver Spirit – Creativity & Wisdom

By: Phyllis Poitras-Jarrett

Eagle

By: Charles Silverfox

Beaver Making Home

By: Charles Silverfox

Deer

By: John A. Starkey

Grizzly Bear

By: John A. Starkey

Coast Salish Killer Whale

By: Noel Brown

Bear Paddle

By: Ross Henderson

Baby Raven

By: John A. Starkey

Fruit and Face

By: Lorenzo Cruz

Corn

By: Lorenzo Cruz

Offering Tobacco to Nohkom

By: Leah Marie Dorion

Red Basket

By: Vargas

Weavers

By: Lorenzo Cruz

Woman at the Market

By: Lorenzo Cruz

Being Together

By: Jerry Whitehead

Ribbon Skirt Teachings

By: Jackie Traverse

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Art Gallery

Can Indigenous artwork be part of reconciliation?

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Indigenous Savage

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Inukshuk I

Once we were water carriers

Seven Trees

Caribou Hair Sculpting

Handcrafted Fiddle

Sun-Red Cedar Mask

Antler Sculpture

Eagle Bentbox

Eagle Box in Glass

Sasquatch

Killer Whale

Orcas and Salmon

Moon Mask

Orca Glass panel

Thunderbird

Eagle

Man Wearing A Blanket

Walk With Me

Buffalo Spirits

Shaman Teachings

Protect My Family

Autumn Dance

Northern Lights I

Mother & Moon

Morning Star Woman

Evening Sun Woman

Wisdom

Sisters

Comanche Pony

Take the Power Back

Here Comes the Hotstepper

Spring Coat

Mates

Love

Humility

Honesty

Respect

Migration

Always

You Come Join Us

Midnight Dance

A Mother’s Love

Wolf Guardian

Approach Autumn

The Guardian of the Monarch

Bountiful Harvest

Full Moon

Inukshuk I

Dancing Loons

Blue Hummingbird & Flower

Barn Owl

Beaver

Bear

Which Way

Bear Vision

Dream Bringers

Bald Eagle

Ko’

Family