Artists' Statements
Two Innu artists were chosen to create artwork for the Innu Tipatshimuna web site. Mary Ann Penashue is from Sheshatshiu in Labrador and Mara Thomas is from Ekuanitshu (Mingan) in Quebec. Their paintings depict aspects of traditional Innu life on the land. Elements of each painting have been used to give a highly original and attractive look throughout the site.
You may view the complete paintings that were used in the design of this web site, and read the artists' statements, by clicking on the icons at the right.
The music on the introductory page of the web site was written and performed by Sheshatshiu Innu musician, Melvin Penashue.
Mara Thomas - Innu artist from Ekuanitshu, Quebec
Mary Ann Penashue - Innu artist from Sheshatshiu, Labrador
