New Kahnawake summit targets emerging artists
'I think having these summits is crucial to the development of the artistic community in Kahnawake,' said sculptor MC Snow, who took part in an artists' panel at the April 26 event at the United Church Hall. The summit was put on by the Kanien'kehá:ka Onkwawén:na Raotitióhkwa Language and Cultural Center (KOR).
Snow remembers how valuable guidance from established artists and curators was when he was getting his start, especially as he explored opportunities outside of the community. 'Without knowing any of those people, it would have been really difficult to get ahead in the art world. I'm always really thankful to them for introducing me around to be able to get my foot in the door.
'Now that I'm in a position of being able to do the same for other artists, that's what I feel compelled to do,' said Snow, who has four decades of experience in the arts.
'We have to be supportive of one another, because there's really nobody else to depend on,' he said.
In addition to the artists' panel, there was an Arts and Archives presentation from the KOR, an authenticity presentation from Owisokon Lahache, and workshops on marketing as an artist from YES Montreal, not to mention breakfast, lunch, and a mocktail hour.
'It was great,' said organizer Scott Berwick, manager of KOR's Arts and Archives department. He was pleased with the turnout, noting 25 people turned up.
'Lots of great conversation and shared knowledge,' he said. 'It was a good first summit for artists, and I look forward to doing next year's.'
Kahnawa'kehró:non photographer Martin Akwiranoron Loft, whose street photography is featured in an exhibition that recently opened at the McCord Museum in Montreal, came out for part of the day.
'I wanted to support fellow community artists and to hear about all the good work they are doing,' he said. 'Through the years, I've recognized the fact that it's always good to organize and push for the recognition of art and culture. It's important because it's a part of our story, our culture.'
He appreciated the diversity of arts that were represented at the event, including beadwork, sculpture, photography, and several other art forms.
'It was long overdue and a welcome development in the community,' he said. 'I think that art and culture make a place, any place, interesting.'
Although it was the first ever Artists' Summit, Snow noted how long the KOR has been creating opportunities for local artists, noting his own first shows in Kahnawake were through the organization.
'The cultural centre has always been so great with promoting artists. I think now one of the good things is that a lot of our artists are starting to get shows across Canada,' Snow said.
He recommended that aspiring artists in Kahnawake get out there and interact with other artists when opportunities to do so arise.
'You have to not be afraid to put yourself out there and meet other people,' Snow said.
'Stay open to communicate with other local artists. Go to the events, be present at the events, so people see your face. We have to know each other in order to help each other.'
marcus@easterndoor.com
Marcus Bankuti, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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