Dominique

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Description

Hi there !

I'm a queer French-Red River Métis and Mexican-mestiza visual artist that is influenced and inspired by all my different communities. I believe art has the power to connect us to the stories of our ancestors, lands and communities. My art seeks to help continue the resiliency and fluidity of my cultures and help re-imagine ways knowledge and traditions can be transferred.
I also have a degree in Indigenous Studies & International Development Studies. Focusing my studies on Michif ways of being and resiliency as well as challenging the idea of 'development' and how it has impacted the Global South and Indigenous communities within Turtle Island.

I am someone who believes travelling is one of the best ways of gaining experience and learning. I have been travelling since I was young and have done many backpacking trips, throughout South America, Europe, Australia and Asia.

This year I have decided to spend time in Mexico to deepen my ancestral connection to the land and culture.

Interests

Yoga / Wellness

Videography

Sustainability

Vegetarian or vegan

Van life

Self development

Politics / Social justice

Photography

Plant care

Gardening

LGBTQ

Mountain

Music

Outdoor activities

Nature

Movies & TV

Languages

Hiking

Farming

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Culture

Adventure sports

Camping

Charity work

Cooking & food

Books

Beach

Art & design

Animals

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Beginner
Portuguese: Beginner

More details about my language interests
Happy to teach some basic French or Spanish, as I grew up speaking both and keen to learn other languages

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

DIY and building projects

Gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Eco Projects

General Maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

Art Projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

-I have lead many art workshops, specifically teaching Michif style beading or how youth can connect to land and cultural traditions through art

- I worked in a community garden, helping maintain the garden with a local non profit and Knowledge Keeper, as well as help educate the community on harvesting the Indigenous medicines and foods found within the gardens

- A lot of experience working in hospitality serving, barista and bartending

- volunteer experience with various local organizations focused on Imdigemous resilience and climate action

- I'm a very creative person, I love painting, photography, embroidery etc

- I also love to cook, mostly traditional Mexican food taught by my mom and using local and fresh fruit and veg that's around

-I am keen to learn about agriculture, farming, gardening, building and help with any crafty project

Age

26

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