Birch Bark Teepee/Wigwam - by Louise Vien

This Birch Bark Teepee/Wigwam by Louise Vien is adorned with sweetgrass and porcupine quills, making a beautiful holiday ornament or year-round decoration! These ornaments measure approximately 3"x3" (7.6x7.6cm)

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Louise Vien is a Métis (Ashinawbe, Cree, and Nakota) artist who specializes in multiple mediums, such as painting, beading, and textiles including finger-woven Ceinture Fleche (arrow sash). She has had many artistic recognitions, including an honorable mention for exceptional creativity by the NCC (National Capital Commission), and being commissioned to make sashes by both Queens University for their Métis graduates and the 2015 Pan Am games. Louise is also a published author, known for her Métis children's book "LA COLLECTION ROUBABBOU: Nonbr" which teaches Métis French.