Know Buddies Designs
Vicki Peters
I am a self-taught artist, illustrator, and cartoonist. From a young age, I have felt a deep urge to paint, create, and absorb my surroundings.
The biggest influence of my work was my childhood friend father, Vic Pelletier, he was an Anishinaabe from First Nations in Serpent River, Ontario. He was born on July 31, 1929 at the Blind River hospital, the fifth of eight children, and attended school in Sudbury. Pelletier dedicated most of his life to the advancement of the First Nations people and, in 1981, the Native Council of Canada presented him with an award in recognition of a lifetime of outstanding contributions as a representative of Canada’s Indigenous peoples
He was a charismatic leader who made real differences by delivering positive results. Pelletier was always proactive in helping all people understand the importance of pursuing First Nations issues.
As a child, I remember seeing him sitting at the table, with family and friends, discussing important events and how it was important for him to pass on his history and culture.
At the core of my inspiration lies a profound respect for the individuals I paint and the rich culture they embody.
Colour
$3,200.00
24 x 24 Original Acrylic
Prints are available, 45.00 plus tax
22 x 22 printed on 36 lb matt bond 4/0, numbered and signed with Certificate of Authenticity
Framed Print available 22 x 22 499.00
Sitting Bull
Framed Print Available 7/50 499.00 plus tax, with
Letter of Authenticity
Prints are available, 35.00 plus tax
15 x 18.5 printed on 36 lb matt bond 4/0, numbered and signed with Certificate of Authenticity
Navajo Girl
Prints are available, 35.00 plus tax
15 x 18.5 printed on 36 lb matt bond 4/0, numbered and signed with Certificate of Authenticity
Giving back..
I believe it is very important to give back and for that reason I have committed 10% of all sales of my original paintings and prints of my indigenous portraits to the Dwight and Christine Powless Scholorship.
This scholarship, made possible by Dwight and Christine Powless, will be awarded at convocations to the graduating Indigenous learner with the highest GPA.
This scholarship recognizes the outstanding achievement of Indigenous students at Algonquin College. It acknowledges these individuals’ hard work and dedication, and supports them as they transition from school to the world of work.