Moccasin Rocks for Residential School Survivors

About the Project

The Moccasin Rock project began during the early days of COVID, when the artist and her grandchildren were searching for smooth rocks to paint and rehide on beach walks. It was a fun pastime for creative families, and a way to get out in nature. It seemed that a few favourite beaches produced near perfect 'moccasin shaped' rocks. The miniature moccasin rocks were so tiny and dear, that the artists Grandson said it reminded him of the 215 Children at Tk'emlúps te Secwe̓pemc. The topic turned into further conversation about how their own ancestors attended Residential School, as well as how the creative work could benefit survivors. An Elder offered to help guide the donations to Survivors, and the project was born.
To date we have donated approximately 1000 rocks that have been painted and sold, or gifted to survivors. No two are created exactly alike and the work is meaningful to the artist and her family. The little moccasins  continue to be sold through at various local events and through the Metis Nation of Greater Victoria, with 100%  proceeds going to local Residential School Survivors. Workshops are also offered by the artist, with a portion of proceeds to survivors. Contact Kristi to purchase-donate, or coordinate workshops. ​Shipping or workshop travel will be calculated based on location.
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Shown are a few of the thousand that have been painted by the artist, gifted, or purchased. 
Also, See the student workshop gallery below.  

Donations should be made out to Metis Nation of Greater Victoria, attn Moccasin Rocks.

For more information or to book a workshop contact the artist