Four Winds
by IceBear (Mikwamii-makwa / Chris Johnson)
Description
Commissioned by M.W. Tomaszewski, The Amadon Group.
Artwork Statement
Four Winds is an indigenous expression about the future, as foretold in messages carried by the winds. It was unveiled on Aboriginal Day 2001.
About IceBear (Mikwamii-makwa / Chris Johnson)
Biography
IceBear (in Ojibway, Mikwamii-makwa, and Chris Johnson to his friends) is a status member of the Chippewas of Nawash at Cape Croker at Georgian Bay in Ontario. Chris, while still a teen, attended the Toronto Artist's Workshop, and later Sheridan College. After college, he went to work in the advertising and communications industry, spending the next 25 years as designer and art director. With his arrival on the west coast in the early 80's he felt a growing need to follow his dreams, fulfill his 'responsibilities' and give the visions the chance to materialize. He moved to Vancouver Island, adopting the name Ice Bear for his art, and made a personal commitment to fine art.
Resume
Toronto Artist's Workshop, Sheridan College.
Website
Details
Artwork Type
Sculpture
Medium
Resin composite
Dimensions
13.5 feet tall
Unveiled Date
6/21/2001
Reference Number
3774
Site
Mermaid Wharf, 409 Swift Street.
Artwork Category
Privately Held Public Art
Artwork Selection Process
Private: Rezoning Amenity
Location
Victoria > Downtown