Winonah Mikalala (Dakota: winonah Beautiful Flower)(Mikalala Animating Life)

This image captures the strength, power, and beauty of indigenous native tribes through its unique composition. Intuitively composed with a minimalist colour palette, this image creates a captivating atmosphere that shares its story in a gentle, yet powerful manner. It is an image that captures the complexities of the land that was stolen and the legacy of broken treaties that is still being felt today. The choice to translate the image into canvas is as intentional as the message this piece conveys. By creating a tangible artwork that is both durable and highly visible, this piece seeks to bring the conversation around Indigenous rights to the forefront and to emphasize the importance of treating Indigenous rights as a human rights issue. As consumers, we can strive to be conscious our buying behavior, and its impact, so that we can help protect Indigenous communities all around the world. At VYBZ Art, we are conscious that selling merchandise might seem counter-intuitive to spread this message. That is why we have committed to donate a portion of the proceeds this print to NativeHope.org and their #MMIW (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women) campaign. #indigenousrights #indigenouspeoples #indigenousart #indigenouswomen #nativeamerican #nativeamericanart #genocide #colonialism #nativehope #vybzart #murderedindigenouswomen #freespirit