About the Art - How We See Our Growth
All the things we learn we carry with us, just as in nature, we adapt and
learn to keep moving forward. This design is based on our old
Seaweed designs that were meant to embellish our regalia with
beadwork. I wanted to have these designs make its way into modern
contemporary clothing as in the same manner in which we used it.
About the Artist
Blake Lepine is a traditional trained Visual Tlingit Artist, and a member
of the Carcross Tagish First Nation from the heart of the southern lakes
region of the Yukon. Having studied with artists from all over the west
coast, as well as teachers of his home community, Blake hopes to
bring together all of the ancient values and traditions of of this ancient
art form while lending the modern voice to be expressed through it.
Blake was born and raised in the Yukon and continues to reside here
where he focuses his time on cultural revitalization with his family but
also the youth of the Yukon. Blake is also a clinically trained medical
herbalist, which also informs aspects of his work, hoping to spark
inspiration to delve deeper into your own connection with the natural
world.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this black hoodie offers warmth and durability, making it ideal for everyday wear. A subtle Jeux du Canada Games logo on the back shoulder completes the look, symbolizing unity through sport and culture.
Wear it to support Indigenous artists and spark meaningful conversations.
Designed by: Blake Lepine