Woodland Spirits Film - 2007
Three generations of Woodland (Anishinawbe) artists are featured in this documentary exploring the interconnections between modern and ancient art, the land, and the importance of the traditional Ojibway values of mentorship and teaching. We follow painter Moses Beaver as he seeks the wisdom of elder-artist Gelineau Fisher, inspiring him to take on the mentorship of a young artist named Andrew Machendagoos. Everyone in the film is woven together through their connection to the late Woodland painter Roy Thomas, whose legacy continues to inspire others to create and to teach ancient values nearly lost. Filmed across Northwestern Ontario, this Thunderstone Pictures/NFB/TVO co-production features ancient rock paintings, stunning scenery, powerful art, great music and wilderness adventure. Film written and produced by Dave Clement. Go to Production Photos on Flickr.
Photos Are Courtesy of Dave Clement

Painting "Dreamcatcher" is in Progress in the Background
 
   
In Plane Coming In For Landing

   
Moses At the Controls: Yikes! Moses, Andrew and the crew prepare to head out in search of rock paintings... somewhere north of Armstrong, ON.
   
Moses and Andrew: Searching for Rock Paintings Moses and Andrew
   
Moses and Dave on Camera: Nice PFD! Gelineau and Moses take in the ancient rock paintings at Agawa Rock in "Ahndek and the Spirit of the Brush".
   
Gelineau and Moses take in the ancient rock paintings at Agawa Rock on the north shore of Lake Superior. "Ahndek and the Spirit of the Brush": Gelineau Fisher and Moses Beaver take in the ancient rock paintings at Agawa Rock.