Bada Jean
Bada Jean is a Nêhiyaw (Cree), Dene, and Welsh visual artist from Treaty 6 and 7 territory. Her roots come from Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and Tsuut'ina Nation. She grew up in Alberta and Saskatchewan, and now lives and works on W̱SÁNEĆ and lək̓wəŋən territory.
Bada Jean is mostly an acrylic painter and mural artist but recently has been focusing on digital illustrations. She wants to share the beauty of her culture with others and represents that in her art. Reconnecting with her culture is an important aspect of her art. The more she learns about her culture, the more she wants to paint about it. She is learning her language and uses Cree syllabics in her work to further reconciliation. She describes her work as contemporary Woodland Cree art.
Website: www.badajean.com
Instagram: @bada_jean
Facebook: Bada Jean - Visual Artist
Headshot photo credit: @hi.bertie
Gifts (2)
Strong Nations Tote Bag (Canvas): Bada Jean - Mahihkan (Wolf)
$15.95
Size:
14 inches x 15 inches
ISBN / Barcode: SNPTOTEWOLF
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
Made in Vancouver using eco-friendly and ethically sourced materials, these durable canvas totes are perfect for carrying all your favourite books. This bag from Strong Nations Publishing features a blue and purple Wolf design by Cree/Dene artist Bada Jean.
Mahihkan (Mah-hee-gan) means wolf in Nêhiyawêwin (Nee-hey-a-wey-win), the Cree language. The wolf symbolizes strength and loyalty. The hearts represent love and connection, which are central to Bada’s Indigenous culture.
An orange and teal Bear design is also available: Maskwa (Bear) Tote Bag.
Additional Information
- Materials: Natural Canvas
- Size: 14" x 15"
Strong Nations Tote Bag (Canvas): Bada Jean – Maskwa (Bear)
$15.95
Size:
14 inches x 15 inches
ISBN / Barcode: SNPTOTEBEAR
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
Made in Vancouver using eco-friendly and ethically sourced materials, these durable canvas totes are perfect for carrying all your favourite books. This bag from Strong Nations Publishing features an orange and teal Bear design by Cree/Dene artist Bada Jean.
Maskwa means bear in Nêhiyawêwin (Nee-hey-a-wey-win), the Cree language. The bear symbolizes courage and floral designs are included to represent our connection to nature.
A blue and purple Wolf design is also available: Mahihkan (Wolf) Tote Bag.
Additional Information
- Materials: Natural Canvas
- Size: 14" x 15"
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