Epekwitk Quill Sisters
Join a group of Mi'kmaq porcupine quill workers as they share the stories behind their art. Every week, Cheryl and Kay come together to talk about their experiences as contemporary quillers using traditional techniques. Episodes will share tales about harvesting, learning how to create traditional designs, and what happens when you ran out of materials during the middle of winter.
Epekwitk Quill Sisters
Chatting with Elders
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Epekwitk Quill Sisters
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Season 1
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Episode 10
In this episode, Kay and Cheryl speak with two Elders and knowledge keepers from Epekwitk. Dr. Judy Clark and Barbara Jadis-Bruisedhead, who are sisters that grew up on both the Lennox Island and Scotchfort reserves. They'll discuss what it was like growing up with Mi'kmaq parents who utilized the bounty of the forest to support their family and pass on cultural traditions.
If you would like to submit a listener question or contact the artists, please email epekwitkquillsisters@gmail.com.