Thursday, April 05, 2018

[whatever]

"Whatever" washroom sign, found on the internet. Sign shows a mermaid and a centaur with a bird. Text says "Whatever: just wash your hands"

Conversations are going on at work about signage for gender inclusive washrooms, both in our office buildings and in public spaces. While this sign will not be used, it is one of the more creative ones I've seen online.

I did note that my brain, seeing the stereotypical mermaid on the left, assumed that the centaur on the right is male (the fact that centaurs in movies are almost always male didn't help in avoiding that assumption). But the reality is that the symbol is fairly neutral... what do you think?



Vancouver is adding the words "Trans People Welcome" to its washroom signage. Check out this article for more information.

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

[leah dorion, Metis artist]


Leah Marie Dorion is an interdisciplinary Metis artist raised in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. A teacher, painter, filmmaker and published writer, Leah views her Metis heritage as providing her with a unique bridge for knowledge between all people. (from her site)


Talking Circle Medicine (2005) by Leah Dorion. 7 women in a talking circle, with flowers around.

This piece is called Talking Circle Medicine.

Check out more of her work! Her site also includes discussion of symbolism and some of the projects she has been working on.

Tuesday, February 13, 2018