PBA GROUP OF COMPANIES
First Wall of 36 Meters
Second Wall of 36 Meters
Created by Indigenous artist Kalum Teke Dan, spanning over 73 meters a beautifully captured Mural showcases the spirit and culture of the land under Treaty 7.
FROM FAR AND WIDE
Kalum Teke Dan and his team, including Lux Mcleod, who connects with her Métis heritage through this work, and Ava McNeil, who contributed to various aspects of the mural, recently completed a stunning piece that took six weeks to finish and utilized over 227 liters of paint. They faced challenges due to the mural's scale and the two brick walls that formed the canvas. The mural features vibrant motifs inspired by Blackfoot culture, showcasing Chicken Dancers, a Jingle Dancer, and a Fancy Dancer in traditional regalia. These elements symbolize celebration and resilience, invoking spiritual power for well-being and prosperity within the Indigenous community. The flowing colors span 73 meters, representing the dynamic spirit of Powwow gatherings. Additionally, imagery of a wolf, crow, eagle, and buffalo signifies the spirits of our ancestors, enriching the mural's cultural narrative.
“I focus on a lot of the dancers that are at our Powwows—the colors, the spirit, and the imagery. People get to drive by and see the true culture of the land they’re on—Treaty 7. I’m honored, and my team is elated to be part of a big project like this”