Robert DesJarlait - Mitig Giichaaginaan (Woodland Soul-Spirit)
ArT @ 967 Payne is hosting local Region 7E artist Robert DesJarliait's solo exhibit of ‘Mitig Giichaaginaan (Woodland Soul-Spirit), an exhibition featuring a stunning collection of paintings and illustrations by DesJarlait.
The exhibit opening and artist reception will take place on Friday, December 29, from 5 until 9 PM. This event is open to the public – all are welcome to attend. Robert Des Jarlait’s work will be on display December 29 through February 5, and can be viewed by appointment during that time.
ABOUT ROBERT DES JARLAIT
Robert DesJarlait (Endaso-Giizhik) is an Ojibwe fine artist, muralist, writer, historian, and educator from Miskwaagamiiwi-zaaga'igan (Red Lake Nation). He says: “My paintings are personal visions of a tribal reality. My stylized, figurative images compose a micro/macro-scopic Ojibwe universe. Interwoven in this universe are creation stories, history, customs and traditions, and my central theme – Ojibwe Manidoowiwin, the tribal spirit of the Ojibwe people.”
His career as an artist spans over four decades. His paintings and illustrations focus on Ojibwe family life, cultural traditions, and origin stories. He has served as a cultural mentor and advisor on numerous public art projects. He also has illustrated curriculum units for American Indian Education Programs and American Indian agencies and organizations in Minnesota. His recent work is in private collections, including permanent collections at University of Minnesota / Morris Campus and East Central Regional Arts Gallery. Robert is listed in Who’s Who in American Art and Reference Encyclopedia of the American Indian.
