The original text message? The Inuit Inukshuk, the symbol of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Continue reading
Category Archives: Indigenous & Aboriginal
Claude Lévi-Strauss – Legend in Anthropology
Claude Lévi-Strauss, legend in anthropology and discovery of common human behaviors and patterns despite differences in habitat. Realized common link with my own travels and curiosity of how people live around the world. Continue reading
Preserve History or Invent the Future?
The ever present cultural divide in any society of the elders preserving history and the young inventing the future is found everywhere around the world. In Tibet, the elders want to preserve the ancient culture, monasteries and religious traditions while the young are eager to go to the modern (Chinese) clubs, restaurants and enjoy the … Continue reading
Culture Warriors in DC
The largest collection of of Indigenous art ever to leave Australia. 10 September to 6 December, 2009 American University Museum – Katzen Arts Center Washington, DC http://www.American.edu/museum Contemporary. Bold. Innovative. Thirty Australian indigenous artists from every territory and state reveal their current passions, torments or appreciation for their surroundings. Inspiration from the water, the land, … Continue reading
Beizam – Law and Order with Ken Thaiday Senior
Ken Thaiday Senior, respected artist from the Torres Strait Island, presents his visions and art with grace and eloquence. With his wife Liz by his side, they have been transported from one world to another to be honored in Washington, D.C. during NAIDOC Week, which celebrates the achievements of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander … Continue reading
