​Tracey Metallic was 45 in 2015 when she started experiencing symptoms of depression and care fatigue. For her grandson's birthday, the always-crafty Metallic asked him what he would like from her. Many of Tracey Metallic's paintings are inspired by her Mi'kmaq culture, which she says she has discovered in the last few years. The Mi'kmaq woman is drawn to the symbolism of her culture, and uses the spiritual mandala shape in much of her work. - Tracey MetallicHer art has garnered fans from the North — places like the Northwest Territories and Alaska — and from across the United States.

Source: CBC News June 02, 2017 09:22 UTC