Continuous Fire

OTTAWA, ON

Abadakone | Continuous Fire | Feu Continuel is the second in a series of exhibitions at the National Gallery of Canada highlighting contemporary Indigenous art. The exhibition features the artwork of nearly 40 Indigenous nations, ethnicities and tribal affiliations across 16 countries. More than 70 artists work will be on display, including mixed media, sculpture, video and performance art, exploring the roots of their culture and tackling often ignored societal issues. On view through April 4, the exhibition aims to use visuals to bring Indigenous art to the public and explore the beauty and depth of Native cultures around the world.

Will Wilson (Navajo), K’ómoks Imperial Stormtrooper (Andy Everson), Citizen of the K’ómoks First Nation, 2017, from the series Critical Indigenous Photographic Exchange: dzidzәlalič [Seattle], inkjet print, 106/10 x 40”. © Will Wilson. Photo courtesy the artist.