Water is Life

Muskwa mostos kesigok iskew is my spirit name, which roughly translates as bear buffalo northern lights woman. I was given the name Lynette La Fontaine by my parents at birth. I am a Métis visual artist with roots in northern Saskatchewan, as well as the historic Metis communities of Red River settlement and Norway House. I grew up on the traditional, unceded Dakelh territory of the Stella’ten and now currently reside in the traditional Lekwungun (Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations). My work is inspired by connection to land, heart, spirit, ancestors and teachings from elders and knowledge holders. With the intent to honor these connections, I utilize my preferred mediums of traditional and contemporary beadwork, mixed media, acrylic painting and fabrics. I aspire to continue to gather the skills and knowledge of traditional Métis art forms. –Artist statement