$2,600.00
24” x 48”
This is an original mixed media painting of a Great Blue Heron in flight. I always know Spring is here when I start seeing these beauties in the ponds and marshes around the Highlands. I’ve struggled for years as to how to incorporate my maternal indigenous lineage in my expression. I was worried about Cultural appropriation, because I’ve had no exposure to that heritage. My mom’s dad was Ojibwe, but abandoned as a very young child, had a very difficult life, and shame and rage was how he expressed himself. He died young, and alone from alcoholism. It is a sad story, but a common one for the period. I’ve always wondered if my passion for nature was from that dna in my veins. I’ll never know, but I can celebrate it, so I have. After many years, my work feels authentic and complete with the addition of the Ojibwe language. The word Nimishoomis means My grandfather.
This is an original mixed media painting on Yupo paper. This painting is permanently mounted onto a Gallery panel and finished with Matte Varnish for longevity. I recommend picking this piece up, it weighs a substantial amount and shipping will cost a considerable amount, but isn’t out of the question, contact me if that is what you would like.
| Weight | 4 kg |
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