Large Black (Dark Times) Sash Infinity With contributions from Métis Elders

With contributions from Métis Elders Rose Richardson and Olive Whitford

Ânskohk Aboriginal Literature FestivalNominated—2009 Shining Willow Award

electro-acoustic music and also audio production and electroacoustic music

Wash it in a washing machine in cold water

the Métis often didn’t have money to buy expensive presents

Large Black (Dark Times) Sash Infinity With contributions from Métis EldersLarge Dark Times Sash (270cm x 16cm) The black border replacing the red represents the dark period after 1870 when the Mtis were suppressed and dispossessed of their land. RED: Represents the blood of the Mtis that was shed through the years while fighting for their rights BLUE: Represents the depth of the Mtis spirit WHITE: Represents the Mtis connection to the Earth and Creator YELLOW: Represents Prosperity BLACK: Represents the dark times of