This is the first in a series of events during the couple's visit. This husband and wife artist duo are committed to cultural preservation through the arts. Together they have dedicated their lives to carrying on artistic forms specific to Ojibwe culture. They have gained experience in various artistic mediums such as beading, textiles, painting, woodwork, and graphic design. In addition to individual works, they enjoy sharing their gifts through various learning opportunities such as community arts projects and workshops.
Ryan and Shannon Gustafson (Anishinaabe) are both registered members of Whitesand First Nation and have been long term residents of the city of Thunder Bay, Ontario. They have been actively creating for 30+ years and fulltime for the last eight years.