During the fall of 2023, I was invited to create a mural space for the Indigenous students at a local high school. The intention was to bring to life an invitation for Indigenous students to connect at the entrance point of the allocated space. Through conversation, students provided ideas and inspiration for what’s important to them. Representation from different nations was established, with specific teachings along the seasons integrated.
Over the span of a few weeks, students were invited to connect and co-create with me. Providing a safe space to allow this mural to unfold, students were empowered to step out of their comfort zone, try new things and share some of their lived experience with myself as the art therapist.
I am so proud of all of them!
Megan Kanerahtenha:wi Whyte 