Parkland Region Bird's-Eye View Artwork inspired by Alex Janvier

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Students have continued exploring the Parkland Region of Alberta in Social Studies this week. As part of the curriculum, First Nations perspectives, stories and events are woven into artwork, discussions and research. 

This week students studied artworks by First Nations painter, Alex Janvier. Tsa Tsa Ke K'e-Iron Foot Place, a 1,600 square foot mosaic in Edmonton, was the inspiration for the abstract bird's-eye view art the class created. Students visualized the Parkland Region (land, water, wetlands and wildlife) and used oil pastels, water color and acrylic paint to express their understanding of the land.



Students also learned of events in Alex Janvier's life and how his experiences have impacted his art. Along our journey, we also came to find that he attended a residential school when he was younger. This prompted us to take a closer look at residential schools through research and group discussions. 

The painting pays respect to the land area where Edmonton is located, highlighting the colours of beautiful sky, the stories of the area, and clear waters from far away mountains. The white areas depict the coverage of the winter snowfalls and also the many days of clear skies. Eventually by spring all the snow will melt away. Then comes spring weather, delightful flowers, and farming begins on new life surrounding the city. When the beautiful blue skies become covered with rainy clouds they bring a refreshing blessing to the earth life of plants, and other living things flying or living on the ground. Stunning river valley scenery adds more beauty to the area. All roads lead to the area, Edmonton, as it is a central destiny for all who came before, and who came after. 
– Alex Janvıer, February 25, 2015.
















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