“Autumn Peltier” by Claire Shannon-Akiwenzie

Claire Shannon-Akiwenzie (Anishinaabe/Irish) is a digital artist, beader and educator based in unceded Musqueam, Tsleil Waututh and Squamish territory in Vancouver, BC. She is a proud member of the Chippewas of Nawash unceded First Nation in Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario. Claire’s father taught her to create at a young age and subsequently helped connect her to family, language and story through beadwork, painting, sewing, and drum making. Her artwork features Autumn Peltier, a globally respected Indigenous water & rights activist. Autumn has quickly become an empowering figure for young Indigenous women. children and voice for many indigenous movements around the world. She is strong in her cultural knowledge and teachings and unafraid to use her voice to speak up for the health and wellbeing of nibi (water), for the people and for future generations.

Printed on 11x17”
(Frame not included)