Wabanaki Modern | Wabanaki Kiskukewey | Wabanaki Moderne: The Artistic Legacy of the 1960s “Micmac Indian Craftsmen” | Ta'n Koqoey ... 1960 (English, French and Micmac Edition)
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Book Synopsis: Winner, Canadian Museums Association Award for Outstanding Achievement (Research) and APMA Best Atlantic-Published Book Award
Longlisted, First Nation Communities READ Award
The story of an overlooked group of cultural visionaries
The “Micmac Indian Craftsmen” of Elsipogtog (then known as Big Cove) rose to national prominence in the early 1960s. At their peak, they were featured in print media from coast to coast, their work was included in books and exhibitions — including at Expo 67 — and their designs were featured on prints, silkscreened notecards, jewelry, tapestries, and even English porcelain.
Primarily self-taught and deeply rooted in their community, they were among the first modern Indigenous artists in Atlantic Canada. Inspired by traditional Wabanaki stories, they produced an eclectic range of handmade objects that were sophisticated, profound, and eloquent.
By 1966, the withdrawal of government support compromised the Craftsmen’s resources, production soon ceased, and their work faded from memory. Now, for the first time, the story of this groundbreaking co-operative and their art is told in full. Accompanying a major exhibition at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery opening in 2022, Wabanaki Modern features essays on the history of this vibrant art workshop, archival photographs of the artisans, and stunning full-colour images of their art.
Wla atukuaqn na ujit ta'nik mu ewi'tamuki'k tetuji kelulkɨpp ta'n teli amaliteka'tijik Wla “Mi'kmewaqq L’nue’k amaliteka'tijik” tlo’ltijik Elsipogtog (amskweseweyekk i’tlui’tasikɨpp Big Cove) poqji wuli nenupnikk wla amaliteka'tijik 1960ekk. Je wekaw wutlukowaqnmuwow ika'tasikɨpp wikatikniktuk aqq ne'yo'tasikɨpp ta'n pukwelk ta'n wen nmitew — je wekaw Expo 67 — aqq ta'n koqoey kisi napui'kmi’tipp tampasɨk koqoey eweketu’tij stike’ l’taqnewi’kasik, napui’kn misekn, wi’katikne’ji’jk, meko’tikl kuntal, kaqapitkl l’taqa’teke’l, aqq wekaw akalasie’we’k eptaqnk. Nekmow na kekina’masultijik aqq melki knukwi’tij ta’n tett telayawultijik, nekmow na amskewsewa’jewaqq l’nu’k tel nenujik ujit ta’n teli amaliteka’tijik ujit Atlantic Canada. Pema’lkwi’titl a’tukuaqnn ta’n sa’qewe’l, ta’n wejiaqel a’tukuaqnn Wabanaki, l’tu’tipp kaqasi milamu’k koqowey toqo eweketu’titl wutpitnual tetuji moqɨtekl, ma’muntekl, aqq weltekl.
Wekaw 1966ekk, kpno’l pun apoqnmuapni wla amaliteka’tikete’jɨk jel kaqnma’tijik ta’n koqoey nuta’tipp, amuj pana pun lukutipnikk, aqq tel awantasuwalutki’k. Nike’, amskwesewey, wla a’tukuaqn tetuji msɨki’kɨpp wla wut lukewaqnmuwow etel kaqi a’tukwasikk. Wije’tew meski’k neya’tmk Beaverbrook Art Gallery pana’siktetew 2022al, Wabanaki Modern na pema’toql wikikaqnn ujit ta’n pemiaqɨpp wla tetuji wulamu’kɨpp kisitaqnne’l telukutijik, maskutekl sa’qewe’l napuikasikl toqo nemu’jik etl-lukutijik wla lukewinu’k, aqq sikte wultek aqq welamu’k ta’n koqoey kisitu’tij.
L’histoire d’un groupe de visionnaires culturels ignorés
Un groupe d’artisans mi’kmaw d’Elsipogtog (autrefois Big Cove) au Nouveau-Brunswick se fit connaître à travers le Canada au début des années 1960. À l’apogée de leur renommée, les Micmac Indian Craftsmen firent l’objet d’articles dans des publications d’un océan à l’autre. Leur travail figura dans des livres et des expositions — dont Expo 67 à Montréal — et leurs œuvres graphiques furent reproduites sous forme de gravures et de sérigraphies, et elles ornèrent de la papeterie, des bijoux, des tapisseries et même de la porcelaine anglaise.
En grande partie autodidactes et solidement enracinés dans leur communauté, les Micmac Indian Craftsmen furent parmi les premiers artistes autochtones modernes au Canada atlantique. En s’inspirant de récits traditionnels wabanakis, ils fabriquaient à la main une gamme variée d’objets raffinés, évocateurs et porteurs d’un sens profond.
En 1966, toutefois, le gouvernement retira son soutien. Les Craftsmen perdirent leur financement, la production cessa peu après et leur œuvre finit par être oubliée. Une nouvelle publication relate maintenant, pour la première fois, l’histoire complète de cette coopérative innovatrice et de ses réalisations. Publié dans le cadre d’une grande exposition qui a lieu à la Galerie d’art Beaverbrook en 2022, Wabanaki Moderne comprend des textes sur l’histoire de cet atelier dynamique, des photographies d’archives des artisans et de superbes illustrations couleur de leurs œuvres.
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Introducing Wabanaki Modern | Wabanaki Kiskukewey | Wabanaki Moderne: The Artistic Legacy of the 1960s “Micmac Indian Craftsmen” | Ta'n Koqoey ... 1960 (English, French and Micmac Edition). This captivating book delves into the story of the “Micmac Indian Craftsmen” of Elsipogtog and their rise to national prominence in the 1960s. With their work featured in prestigious exhibitions and their designs adorning various mediums, they left a profound impact on the art world. Now, their art and the history of their cooperative are showcased in the pages of Wabanaki Modern.
From handmade jewelry to silk-screened notecards, the range of objects produced by the Craftsmen was not only beautifully crafted but also deeply rooted in traditional Wabanaki stories. Their self-taught talent and community spirit added layers of sophistication and significance to each piece. With Wabanaki Modern, you'll get an exclusive look at their artistic expressions and gain insights into their creative processes.
Unfortunately, with the withdrawal of government support in 1966, the Craftsmen's production ceased, and their work was buried in obscurity. But now, you have the chance to rediscover their legacy through this extraordinary book. Complete with stunning full-color images and archival photographs of the artisans, Wabanaki Modern is a visual delight that will transport you back in time.
Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this artistic journey. Immerse yourself in the culture and artistry of the “Micmac Indian Craftsmen” and witness the creative brilliance that captivated the nation. Get your copy of Wabanaki Modern today and celebrate the legacy of these visionary artists.
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