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Skindigenous

The documentary series examines the art of tattooing as practiced by indigenous peoples around the world. Each episode dives into a unique indigenous culture to discover the tools and techniques, and the symbols and traditions that shape their tattooing art.
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Schedule

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    Skindigenous

    Keith Callihoo

    Monday
    Nov 16

    30 Minutes

    Kanien'kehá:ka artist Keith Callihoo keeps his relationship to the land and to his ancestors' stories from the Michel First Nation alive through his tattoo practice; he strives to pass these teachings on to his nine-year-old daughter, Hayden.

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    Heather Kiskihkoman

    Monday
    Nov 16

    30 Minutes

    Nehiyaw and Anishinaabe artist Heather Kiskihkoman finds inspiration for her tattoo designs on the land where she grew up and still lives; she shares this journey with her family as they prepare for her sister Vivienne's first traditional tattoo.
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    Toby Sicks

    Monday
    Nov 16

    30 Minutes

    Struggling to find direction, Toby Sicks credits the discovery of his Metis heritage to his success as a tattoo artist; overcoming his addiction to become the hardworking outspoken Metis man he is today. Toby sets a great example for youth.
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    Stacey Fayant

    Monday
    Nov 16

    30 Minutes

    Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Stacey Fayant is a Métis and Cree tattoo artist who is revitalizing the practice of skin stitch and hand poke.
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    Lianna Spence

    Monday
    Nov 16

    30 Minutes

    Tsimshian artist Lianna Spence from Prince Rupert details traditional designs that have attracted a clientele both near and far.

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