First Nations Artist

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Common Threads: How the Land and Sea Has Survived and Thrived

Exhibition: September 16 – October 12, 2025

Location: Qualicum Beach Regional Library

Library Hours: Mon Tues 10am-6pm, Wed Thur 10am-7pm, Fri Sat Sun 10am–6pm

Explore how local textile artist Joyce McLellan shares her stories, understanding of the natural world, and the knowledge she has gained through lived experience. This dynamic display of quilts, textiles, felting, natural dyeing, and textile painting is sure to inspire.

Joyce McLellan was born and raised on the waterfront within Tsleil-Waututh Nation territory until the age of nine. Many family members helped teach her the ways of the people, but she remembers the teachings of her grandfather, Chief Dan George, most vividly. The ocean was both her playground and her teacher, showing her the circle of life on the waterfront. It was truly the best time of her childhood.

Even while living in Ontario for 25 years with her husband Brian and their three young children, Joyce remained deeply connected to the land, mountains, and ocean. They rarely lived in cities, consciously choosing a country lifestyle to raise their family. Once retired, Joyce and Brian returned to B.C. to reconnect with their large extended family.

Joyce has always felt a strong connection to her Indigenous roots, culture, and art—especially through quilting. She has also explored many other art forms, including watercolour, doll making, acrylic painting, and card making.

Organisateur

Diane Moran Visual Artist & Community Connector

Diane Moran is a retired Recreation Leader II practicing Visual Artist and community connector residing in Qualicum Beach. She has been involved in public and community arts for over 30 years. Her mandate and vision. Create and connect others to the arts with meaningful engagement and public awareness projects. Sometimes focused on humanitarian efforts, environmental awareness, conservation education, and mental health advocacy.

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Joyce McLellan