"Circle Of Light"
"Circle Of Light" was created as an image of respect for the past and hope for the future. It is a story of the child in us all that is nurtured by our community while we learn the lessons of experience that allow us to take our place in the world. The fire represents the ancient and universal centre of learning that is common to all people throughout their own history. The masks are human portraits in a Northwest Coast style and symbolize the spirits of those who lead and teach — past, present and future.
"Circle Of Light" was used with permission for the Edmonton, Alberta, Canada based Nechi Institute (of native healing) 1996 National Addictions Awareness Week poster campaign with the theme It Takes A Whole Community To Raise A Child.
© Steve Kergin 1996
Approx 40" x 20"
Watercolour and Gouache on Illustration Board
Private Collection