+1 437 886 1408
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galenboulanger@mushkegowuk.ca
Dr. Smith was born in New York City. He is an enrolled member of the Shinnecock and Montauk Indian Nations in Long Island, New York.
As an artist, Dr. Smith makes regalia accessories such as Bustles. However, Dr. Smith’s primary artistic expression is through his beadwork and dancing. As a beader, Dr. Smith creates pieces that reflect the cultural expression and depictions of his tribal homeland on Long Island. He also creates pieces that offer inspiring messages of human unity across cultural exchange and the importance of saving the natural world, specifically the water.
He married Janie Kataquapit of the James Bay Cree, and together, they express cultural restoration, Environment protection, and unity for people through cultural sharing through their art.
Our mission is to foster connection, opportunity, and knowledge-sharing for those who create (Oshichikesiwuk). In doing so, we empower the voices of Mushkegowuk Cree to express the sacred connection between our people, water, land, and all our relations.
We envision a future where the voices of Omushkegowuk creators (Oshichikesiwuk) are empowered and valued, ensuring a legacy of harmony between culture and sustainability that resonates through generations connected to the James Bay Coast (Nanipek).
