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Age: 43
Hometown: Pefferlaw
Accepts Commissions: Yes
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Number of Visits: 1428
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Walk with Spirit (Wiidosem Manidoo)
Background and Lifestyle
| Marital Status |
In a Relationship |
| Smoker |
No |
| Drinker |
Yes |
| Education |
High school |
| Children |
Proud parent |
Interests and Personality
| Biography | Erna Winter Crittenden was born in Newmarket Ontario, and is of Ojibwe and English decent. Her Mother’s people are from the Georgina Island Reserve.
Erna is self-taught and began drawing in 1987. Erna then progressed to pastels and to a combination of Aboriginal people with wildlife.
During her visits to the reservation years later, left her wanting to know of her heritage, which led her on her healing path in 98, where she found herself in a small town named Kenora. This place is where she received her spirit name which is Waabshki-Migizi-Kwe, which in Ojibwe means White Eagle Woman.
After a 10 year absence from the art world, Erna realized that this great gift from the Creator is not to be wasted. She has also decided to teach through her artwork. She has also picked up the paint brush and created her first Oil painting in 2007 and will continue to work in Oils, some Acrylics.
Today, Erna continues to promote her work locally and through her personal website. |
| Interests | Painting, Meditation, Ceremonies, and constant research of our people. If you would like to contact me, you can do so at Traditionalways@sympatico.ca I also update my Teachings website, to share with the world at www-NativeTeachings.piczo.com remember to type a (-) not a (.) after the www! Miigwech! |
| Music | John Trudell,
Walela,
Ulali,
Peter Buffett, and
Mardy Lucer-Porte
Sweet Water Women |
| Films | The color Purple,
Last of the Dogmen,
It's a Wonderful Life,
Smoke Signals,
Thunder Heart,
Phantom of the Opera,
Holiday, and Harvey |
| Television | North of 60,
The Sharing Circle,
The New Canoe,
Frasier, and
Seinfeld |
| Books | Panther in the sky - James Alexander Thom,
Indian Wars - John Tebbel,
Voice of the Eagle - Linda Lay Shuler, and
Let the Drum Speak - Linda Lay Shuler |
| Heroes | Robert Bateman for inspiring my first drawing.
John Trudell - Singer/Songwriter, for his messages.
Tecumseh for his will and passion for his people.
My Mother for her undying love and strength.
My Father for his wisdom and willingness to learn.
My Cousin, Mardy Lucier-Porte for taking my hand and leading me in the right direction. |
Exhibitions
I will be showing 3 pieces, the first 3 of my teachings in oils. The show is at the Aurora town hall, 1 Municipal Drive, Aurora, Ontario. Friday, May 4th at 7:00 p.m. All Awards and presentations at 8:00 p.m. The show continues Saturday May 5th to Sunday May 6th from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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tma57
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Posted on: 19th Apr 2008 16:42
Please foregive me for sending a message to you for something other than your beautiful art.My name is Tracey and my brother Lance was one of your cousins Mardy's oldest and dearest friends, he still can't speak of him without tears. We heard that his daughter Eko has a web page for her dad, but we can't seem to find it. I was wondering if you could help us? Thank You so much.Tracey TA_JC_@hotmail.com
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Robbie
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Posted on: 3rd Feb 2008 15:41
Hello, it has been so long since I visited your gallery. There is so much to do that I regret not spending enough time here to communicate. I just want you to know that I've been thinking of you and wishing you the best o life. Love, Robbie.
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SingingRain
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Posted on: 19th Nov 2007 21:57
O Siyo sister. I am Chickamauga Cherokee, White River Sac River band. I appreciate you work. Love the eagle with medicine wheel. ~Many blessings
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paris
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Posted on: 21st Oct 2007 3:46
hello im shurie lucier and im mardy's cousin and the daughter of clint lucier...i only signed up on here to contact u so please e-mail me back at superstar__519@hotmail.com i would really love to talk and just so u know im 10...love:Shurie
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artbycassiday
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Posted on: 13th Oct 2007 15:42
I've been on this site for several months now and appreciate all the very fine art I see.
Bud
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Brischit
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Posted on: 28th Aug 2007 18:54
Hello , just checking out your wonderful images ....i adore your gallery Spirits in colour .....keep up the good work ! regards brischit
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christianhealingart
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Posted on: 22nd Aug 2007 9:40
I just finished a new piece tonight, tell me what you think. It's called "Gospel Goddess"
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Waabshki-Migizi-Kwe
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Posted on: 21st Aug 2007 17:02
Sorry to all who have posted a message with no reply!!! I've been going through quite an ordeal over the past 2 months... moving, and now going through a separation... please forgive me, I'll be back regularily very soon, I promise! My love to you all!
White Eagle Woman
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Robbie
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Posted on: 6th Aug 2007 18:17
Hello, Dear, I just want you to know that I've visited your profile once more. My kindest thoughts and best wishes go to you. Robbie.
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OzarkGypsyArt
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Posted on: 20th Jul 2007 12:04
How truly gifted you are :)
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CreateReality
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Posted on: 7th Jul 2007 0:15
Hi Waabshik-Migizi-Kwe, Just dropping in to say hello. I finally started reading "Panther in The Sky", I had purchased a copy after seeing it in your bio. Wonderful book. Let me know when you add more work. I added a few new pieces since you visited my site last. "Fire Dance" and "Anna". Please stop by. ~Marianne
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Fairywebmother
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Posted on: 29th Jun 2007 13:54
I so enjoyed visiting page, today, Waabshki-Migizi-Kwe. Beautiful work from a beautiful Spirit.
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theo
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Posted on: 25th Jun 2007 0:11
wonderful work..thanks ted
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debsart1
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Posted on: 18th Jun 2007 2:07
Your work is very beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with all of us! Best Wishes, Deborah
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Phillipe_Doan
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Posted on: 15th Jun 2007 4:17
Love your Indigenist aesthetic contribution to humanity. God Bless...
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ranjan
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Posted on: 7th Jun 2007 5:38
Really very nice work. "Walk with Spirit" is a wonderful work. best wishes - ranjan
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CreateReality
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Posted on: 29th May 2007 2:31
Beautiful work Erna! It is a wonderful reflection of your heritage.
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christianhealingart
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Posted on: 29th May 2007 1:14
I don't remember seeing "One Spirit" before, very beautiful. I have often wondered who or what are my spirit guides. I feel them but can't see them. I have added some new things to my gallery. Visit my site when you get the time.
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creative
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Posted on: 28th May 2007 2:42
It is amazing the talent on this site! My Untitled has been just that for many years. Thanks for your compliments! Maybe someday we could visit. You never know what life may bring. Please continue keeping in touch.
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lilach53
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Posted on: 27th May 2007 19:43
Hi. I love your work. lilach
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