Come and enjoy the true meanings behind the Regalia worn by Indigenous Peoples. Mohawk artist and designer Narda Julg will be showing examples of her creations that have gone out across North America.
No registration required.
More about Narda
Narda Kaheri:ne Kathaleen Julg
www.nkjnativeoriginals.com
One does not expect to be taught anything artistic at a very young age, but for some reason my Mother, who was a survivor of residential school, decided I should learn perspective while I was still in “long gown”. So, much to the puzzlement of my primary school teachers, I drew buildings and countryside scenes with depth and proper proportions. I’m so thankful now, for her insight in doing that for me.
Both sides of the family were musical, with wonderful voices for speaking and singing. I was blessed to have had these genes passed on to me and have spent my whole life involved in music, usually singing, but also playing and directing. It brings such joy to one’s life to hear either a vibrant solo voice or beautiful harmonies.
It just seemed natural to draw, sing, write, or speak about what life had presented to me as I moved through it. It wasn’t really till I was involved in Indigenous employment and entrepreneurship, that the cultural side of my background started to really develop. Having the guidance of two Mohawk Elders who taught me beading and leather work, expanded my business base and for the last 29 yearsI’ve worked solely in fabric and leathers for Indigenous People all over North America and Europe. Every day is a delightful, though sometimes terrifying surprise, in having to create a design, from scratch, to fulfil a customer’s vision.
I love a challenge.