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Traditional Knowledge Keepers Program Workshop: Ledger Art
Join Darren Pratt for an introduction to ledger art. Participants will see historical and modern examples. No experience necessary, open to ages 13+. Materials such as ledger paper, coloured pencils, crayons and paint will be provided. The workshop includes a presentation by Royal Saskatchewan Museum Curator of Indigenous Cultural History, Bailey Monsebroten who will introduce participants to the Chief Paskwa Pictograph in the First Nations Gallery.
- Workshop full? Ask to be added to the waiting list.
Darren Pratt is Cree from the George Gordon First Nation, located in Treaty 4 Territory. Darren is a self-taught artist and has been creating art for more than 25 years. He has developed and created art in numerous genres, such as carving soap stone, antler, woodwork and jewelry; however, his passion is painting. Darren enjoys teaching his craft to those who want to learn from an experienced artist. You can find his murals in the town of Fort Qu’Appelle and Lebret, SK where he created a mural called “honouring the children” that recognizes those who attended Residential School throughout Canada. His work has been highlighted on Eagle Feather News, CTV and CBC and his work has sold globally. He was part of the 2010 Olympic artist venue in Vancouver, BC. Darren always pays homage to the eagle as he has a deep connection to this beautiful bird. One day, he would like to write his story on how art has impacted his life and his pieces.
This workshop is part of the Friends of the Royal Saskatchewan Museum Traditional Knowledge Keepers Workshop Series, sponsored by Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation. Watch for additional workshop topics in April and May.
