Sagajiwegiizhik,
Coming From the Sun
Robert Henry
Jingle dancing.
It is a healing dance
with an old traditional beat, and brings past
and future generations together.
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SAGAJIWEGIIZHIK; COMING FROM THE SUN, Acrylic on canvas, traditional cedar frame with leather strapping, 2016
Biography
Statement
I made a drum and composed a song to start the creative process. My song connects to my daughter Jingle dancing. It is a healing dance with an old traditional beat, and brings past and future generations together.
I chose colours for their meaning and their healing teachings.
I’m still learning about my family stories, and time is running out.
As I work on not blaming myself for not knowing my language and traditions, the cycle of my despair is being broken.
