Friends United Interview Series
The Friends United Interview Series brings together artists, cultural knowledge holders, community leaders and Friends United supporters to share the stories, experiences and relationships behind their work.
Explore these longer conversations about Indigenous art, creativity, cultural knowledge, mentorship, community and the development of Friends United. You can also browse All Interviews, the Friends United Reconciliation Talks and Videos & Performances.
Together, these conversations reflect Friends United’s work in Indigenous art, cultural education, mentorship and respectful dialogue in Unama’ki, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
Eric Schweig speaks with Rolf Bouman about carving, heritage, healing and mentorship, and how art can transform painful experiences into creative expression, imagination and hope.
Jay Bell Redbird speaks with Rolf Bouman about the Seven Teachings, animal symbolism, nature, Indigenous art, mentorship and the role of creativity in cultural learning and connection.
Nancy Regan speaks with Jay Bell Redbird and Halina Stopyra about collaboration, cultural connection, mentorship and how artists from different backgrounds can create and share teachings together.
Darren Julian speaks with Rolf Bouman about Mi’kmaq art, family influence, spiritual creativity, nature and how Friends United supports artists through original works, prints and lasting relationships.