Like all artists, Aboriginal creators have evolved with time and the changes in the world. Their works show how today’s way of life and modernity are also part of traditions and cultural heritage. Aboriginal artists are now using modern materials such as plastic and photography, as well as traditional materials such as wood and animal bone.
Lydia Mestokosho-Paradis is an Innu woman who uses traditional handicraft techniques such as braiding, along with modern materials and techniques. She wants to show the connections between generations, for example how knowledge is transmitted (Ashamet, 2012) and how the elders and young people build society together (Ka uapatak, 2013).
Nadia Myre is an Anishinabeg artist who lives in Montreal. Her works have been featured around the world and she has won many awards. She uses photography, light and video, as well as fabrics and even large installations, such as wrapping a rock in a huge red cloth. Through her works, Nadia Myre invites everyone to think about what memory is and how people define their identity (who they are).