Teachings of the Earth

Jan 4, 2027 - Jan 31, 2027

Tanya is an Anishinaabe artist, of Aggaamaakwaa Manitoba. Tanya Zilinski’s Teachings of the Earth series reflects her life through the lens of Western science and Indigenous knowledge. The series explores patterns in nature, including fractals and chaos theory, and how they intertwine with Indigenous teachings and storytelling.

The title comes from Halq’eméylem, her traditional language, where s’íwes te tém:éxw translates to “teachings of the earth.” Zilinski combines older works with new creations to highlight the connections between scientific and Indigenous worldviews, emphasizing how both shape her understanding of the world.