Taanishi Kristyn McDougall dishinihkaashoon (hello, my name is Kristyn McDougall). I am a disabled Michif beadwork artisan from Saskatoon, SK, situated on the Homeland of the Métis and Treaty 6 Territory. I began beading in 2023 and quickly realized I had a talent for the artform. Since then, I have sold pieces to over 800 customers across Turtle Island (North America) and further abroad. Aside from beading, I am a Juris Doctor holder, with a specialty in Indigenous Governance and Politics, and am currently a Student-at-Law.
I continue to do beadwork because I am deeply invested in my Michif culture and community, and beadwork is a medium where I can embrace and promote my Indigenous culture. I truly believe that contemporary Indigenous art forms are vital to preserving Indigenous cultural practices, expressions, traditions and visions. It also sustains our cultural continuity and Indigenous futures. I do my best to support other Indigenous artists and also play my part as an advocate and contributor in our community.
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Maarsii <3
