Listen in for storytelling from UNCEDED – the SLCC’s feature exhibition showcasing environmental photographs of Nation members and their presence and connection to the land. Hear Shixm’el’texw Jeremy West connect with SLCC Cultural Ambassadors, reflecting on their perspective, involvement, and conversations surrounding the work. Experience the exhibition – UNCEDED: A Photographic Journey into Belonging at the SLCC until October 8th, 2023.
Shixm’el’texw Jeremy West – Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, is a Cultural Ambassador, Assistant Curator and Sound Engineer and he was inspired to connect with his fellow Ambassadors.
Nstinemqen William (Bill) Ritchie – Líl̓wat7úl, speaks about the photograph “My Family Lived on this Shore” at Ncwícwilten (Green Lake), flying to Black Tusk, and what Unceded means to him.
Swisk Jay Natrell – Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, speaks about “I Have Been Here Before” and “My Body Remembers this Place”.
T’ec Georgina Dan – Líl̓wat7úl, speaks about “My Body Remembers this Place” and “My Ancestors Picked Berries Here”.
Shixm’el’texw Jeremy West – Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, speaks about Luna in “Family in my eyes, Ancestors in my heart”.