NWT Arts

Alison Brown

Region:

Dehcho

Community:

Fort Simpson

My art comes from the influences of northern women who are the real masters of their craft. I was born in the south and moved to Fort Simpson to work as a bush pilot. I have family ties to Lutsel K’e and the North has become a part of me.

I was introduced to traditional arts by the local...

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Brenda Chalifoux

Region:

South Slave

Community:

Fort Smith

My art is traditional sewing using various beads on moose hide. My granny taught me how to bead when I was a teenager. I watched her bead and put together moccasins. Often she would give me hints and tricks for putting together moccasins, especially the pleats and backs.

I knew the...

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