Aak wa'ode'ewin (Bravery), acrylic on canvas

Clayton Samuel King is a multimedia artist who currently lives and works in Barrie, Ontario. As a member of the Beausoleil First Nation, Clayton uses a unique blend of contemporary and traditional styles to pay homage to his Potawatomi ancestry.

Dbaadendiziwin (Humility), acrylic on canvas

Clayton’s acrylic paintings often feature wildlife native to Ontario, including bears, wolves, and beavers. With titles that translate into admirable personality traits or acts, some of the paintings read as didactic narratives. The artist’s use of motifs of Woodland Art Style with a contemporary medium like acrylic results in highly graphic, bright-colored works that draw the viewer in with plenty of detail that is likewise plainly presented.

The painting gallery on Clayton's website

Clayton also makes a variety of ceremonial regalia, using traditional materials such as hide, sinew and shells. These pieces have a wonderful presence both as art objects, and when worn by the artist himself. 

Smudge Fan, repro eagle feathers, pine, deer hide, sinew, embroidery thread