The Woodland Cultural Center’s annual juried show brings together a wide array of Indigenous contemporary artists to share their stories, passions and talents. Offering the opportunity for
visitors to learn and appreciate Indigenous knowledge, while creating awareness of current social, and political movements and perspectives from various Indigenous communities from both sides of the border. Embracing values associated with the Good Mind: Ka’satsténshsera, emerging, mid-career and established artists have submitted work ranging from acrylic or oil paintings on canvas to sculpture, beading, photography, watercolour, stained glass, mixed media and pyrography on wood.
The 2024 exhibit explores themes such as relationship to place, protest, family, fashion, dance, law and the environment, reflecting the rich tapestry of Indigenous experiences.
In the catalogue, you have an opportunity to hear from curator Patricia Deadman, and jurors Rachelle Dickenson, David General, and Maxine Noel, all highly accomplished in their field.
Each of the art pieces is photographed, and a directory of all artists including biographies and illuminating descriptions of the artworks is provided.
By December of this year, the WCC’s gift shop hopes to offer the 50th Anniversary Catalogue: Indigenous Art 2025. I recommend making a trip to visit the Mohawk Institute in Brantford for a tour of the newly renovated interpretive centre, followed by a visit to the Woodland Cultural Centre, next door. If you can, attend in Summer/Fall to take in Indigenous Art 2026. There will be much to discover.
