Spirit Animal is the culmination of emotion and connection through photography.

Deep within our psyche, our soul yearns for connection with the natural world and those we hold closest. It seeks out love in crisis. Growing up in the Canadian Prairies, I always took note with intrigue of the special connection Indigenous peoples have with the land, nature, and animals. There is great respect for all that brings life. The need to find our Spirit Animal becomes a driving force in our lives as we search for meaning and spirituality. In all things there is nothing greater than love. Is the Elk our aura or are we the soul of this Elk in a twist of narrative? Our songs echo in the forest of life waiting for reply.

In times of crisis, We seek love above all else – Spirit Animal

When creating this art piece, I was reminded of the peace I felt every time I walked by this outdoor washroom wall covering. We find solace in the oddest of places at times. Meant to blend into the forest that encapsulated it, there was a quiet connection watching the Elk and Bison together in harmony. Searching through my archives, this became the focus.

The source photography was captured over a period of 10 years (2014–2024).