Sarah Whalen Lunn
Sarah Whalen Lunn is a multi-media Inuit artist and traditional tattoo practitioner from Alaska, now based in Calgary, AB. Her work explores Indigenous identity, cultural reclamation, and the empowerment of women. Through traditional tattooing and visual arts, Sarah addresses social issues and fosters healing by reconnecting individuals to their heritage. Her art creates space for dialogue, reflecting raw emotions and offering a powerful perspective on modern Indigenous experiences and the need for transformative change.
Sessions in which Sarah Whalen Lunn participates
Thursday 7 November, 2024
Join curator Oolee Eegeesiak and special guest artists on a free tour of the featured exhibition Amisut, learn about the artists and their works in the exhibition, and maybe even buy a print from this fantastic exhibit at La Guilde featuring young and early career artists from across Inuit Nunangat. A...
Friday 8 November, 2024
In this Inuit-only conversation, Inuit tattoo artists invite conversation and knowledge-sharing about kakiniit and tunniit designs, patterns and meanings, and discuss their various experiences and best practices. Panelists: Marjorie Tahbone, Arsaniq Deer, Malaya Kisa-Knickelbein, Sarah Whalen Lunn