Spirit Bird Collection
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“Free Spirit” ... Grey Jay (Whiskey Jack)
I titled this painting of a Grey Jay “Free Spirit” because they seem free from all ‘worldly’ concerns; they pave their own path and fly to the beat of their own drum. Free spirits do not enjoy being controlled or restricted in any way, and value physical and emotional freedom above everything else in life. Free Spirits are relaxed, cultivated, display courage, wisdom, bravery, and believe in total non-conformity. Grey Jays remind me of most of my camping, painting, and fishing adventures, because they always showed up for my food from my “mug ups” and “boil ups”.
“Spiritual Messenger” ... Cardinal (Istaqo’kej)
Within various native cultures, the Cardinal is believed to be a spiritual messenger. The crest on the head of the Cardinal brings the symbolic meaning of spiritual connection. The crest upon the head of the Cardinal seems to be reaching to the sky as an antenna for receiving guidance and perhaps messages from the Spirit World. In native culture, cardinals represent the beauty of nature during the winter season, reminding us for the need to slow down and enjoy the season of rest. The Cardinal is also symbolic of family, and the father Cardinal embraces the responsibility of providing and nurturing the young. Cardinals are very rarely seen in Newfoundland (Ktaqmkuk). They have only been spotted four times on the island since 1970. I have always appreciated cardinals for all the values they hold-importance of Family; the need to be aware of your spirit; and how it affects others.
“The Spirit Guide” ... Cardinal (Istaqo’kej)
The significance of a Red Cardinal Sighting can come in many forms, but the Red Cardinal has long been viewed as a spiritual messenger. It is believed that when they come to you almost insistently trying to gain your attention, it’s likely you’re receiving a message from the Spirit World. The belief that cardinals are “Spiritual Messengers” exists across many cultures. In most Native Cultures, if you ask Creator, your ancestors, and the Universe for guidance, seeing a cardinal tells you that the Spirit World is hearing you and guiding you too.
“Spirit of the Blue Jay” ... Blue Jay (Tities)
Within various native cultures, the Blue Jay symbolizes truth, endurance, patience, loyalty and faithfulness to its tasks, loved ones, and adventures. They enjoy “carrying on” and having a great time on our Island Wilderness.
“Kindred Spirit” ... Piping Plover
I titled this painting of a Piping Plover “Kindred Spirit” because whenever I go fishing in Flat Bay Brook on the West Coast of Newfoundland, I always make a special connection with a Piping Plover nearby, and we share a similar spiritual experience and moment of illumination, which is the importance of every living thing to connect with nature and each other. They always flock to the small patch of beach, on the rocky-island under the Flat Bay Brook Bridge. I am very cautious of where I walk because they lay their eggs in the sand. We need to be careful of our imprint while walking on the beaches throughout Mi’kma’ki(Mi’kmaq Territory). “We do not inherit the earth from our parents; we borrow it from our children”. Ancient Native Proverb
I titled this painting of a Grey Jay “Free Spirit” because they seem free from all ‘worldly’ concerns; they pave their own path and fly to the beat of their own drum. Free spirits do not enjoy being controlled or restricted in any way, and value physical and emotional freedom above everything else in life. Free Spirits are relaxed, cultivated, display courage, wisdom, bravery, and believe in total non-conformity. Grey Jays remind me of most of my camping, painting, and fishing adventures, because they always showed up for my food from my “mug ups” and “boil ups”.
“Spiritual Messenger” ... Cardinal (Istaqo’kej)
Within various native cultures, the Cardinal is believed to be a spiritual messenger. The crest on the head of the Cardinal brings the symbolic meaning of spiritual connection. The crest upon the head of the Cardinal seems to be reaching to the sky as an antenna for receiving guidance and perhaps messages from the Spirit World. In native culture, cardinals represent the beauty of nature during the winter season, reminding us for the need to slow down and enjoy the season of rest. The Cardinal is also symbolic of family, and the father Cardinal embraces the responsibility of providing and nurturing the young. Cardinals are very rarely seen in Newfoundland (Ktaqmkuk). They have only been spotted four times on the island since 1970. I have always appreciated cardinals for all the values they hold-importance of Family; the need to be aware of your spirit; and how it affects others.
“The Spirit Guide” ... Cardinal (Istaqo’kej)
The significance of a Red Cardinal Sighting can come in many forms, but the Red Cardinal has long been viewed as a spiritual messenger. It is believed that when they come to you almost insistently trying to gain your attention, it’s likely you’re receiving a message from the Spirit World. The belief that cardinals are “Spiritual Messengers” exists across many cultures. In most Native Cultures, if you ask Creator, your ancestors, and the Universe for guidance, seeing a cardinal tells you that the Spirit World is hearing you and guiding you too.
“Spirit of the Blue Jay” ... Blue Jay (Tities)
Within various native cultures, the Blue Jay symbolizes truth, endurance, patience, loyalty and faithfulness to its tasks, loved ones, and adventures. They enjoy “carrying on” and having a great time on our Island Wilderness.
“Kindred Spirit” ... Piping Plover
I titled this painting of a Piping Plover “Kindred Spirit” because whenever I go fishing in Flat Bay Brook on the West Coast of Newfoundland, I always make a special connection with a Piping Plover nearby, and we share a similar spiritual experience and moment of illumination, which is the importance of every living thing to connect with nature and each other. They always flock to the small patch of beach, on the rocky-island under the Flat Bay Brook Bridge. I am very cautious of where I walk because they lay their eggs in the sand. We need to be careful of our imprint while walking on the beaches throughout Mi’kma’ki(Mi’kmaq Territory). “We do not inherit the earth from our parents; we borrow it from our children”. Ancient Native Proverb