Ukjese Van Kampen has spent a life in pursuit of an understanding of Yukon First Nations Art. Having completed a MFA, MA, he continued on to finish a PHD on the History of Yukon First Nations Art. He is currently at work on his 2nd PHD focused on the Origins of Yukon First Nations Floral Designs. Ukjese has been an artist-in-residence, a presenter in North America and Europe, and a guest lecturer many times. Aside from his more academic pursuits, Ukjese is also a curator and has been involved with gallery exhibits at the Da Ku Cultural Centre in Haines Junction, as well as many other exhibitions.
Series of talks:
Each of these talks will be a one hour presentation on the history of Yukon regional clothing and art on clothing. The talks that will be given are as follows:
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History of Yukon Frist Nations Clothing and Beading Styles –
Early Yukon Region and Clothing Styles
Tier 1, $5
Saturday, August 13, 9:00-10:00am
Sunday, August 14, 10:00-11:00am
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History of Yukon Frist Nations Clothing and Beading Styles –
Intro of Beads and the Origins of Yukon Floral
Tier 1, $5
Saturday, August 13, 1:00-2:00pm
Sunday, August 14, 12:30-1:30pm
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History of Yukon Frist Nations Clothing and Beading Styles –
Adoption of Fabric and Changing Clothing and Beading Styles
Tier 1, $5
Saturday, August 13, 5:00-6:00pm
Sunday, August 14, 3:00-4:00pm
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