About Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan
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Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan is an Innu Indigenous artisan from the community of Mashteuiatsh. Through his creations, he shares the spirit, wisdom, and beauty of Innu traditions. Each piece is handmade with natural materials and carries a profound meaning: the connection between the land, culture, and humanity.
About Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan
On the banks of the Piekuagami, in the heart of the Mashteuiatsh community, was born the Innu artisan Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan . For several years, he has been crafting works that unite the spirit, memory and beauty of the Indigenous traditions of Quebec.
His work stems from a deep respect for the Innu culture, the teachings passed down by elders, and the sacred bond that unites the land, animals, and humans.
Each creation is made entirely by hand, with intention, patience, and authenticity. No piece is mass-produced: each one is unique and imbued with meaning.
Authenticity at the heart of every creation
Each piece is made with respect for the territory and the spiritual symbols that accompany indigenous traditions.
- 100% genuine moose leather
- 100% natural rooster feathers
- genuine furs carefully selected
- wood harvested in a respectful manner
- stones and elements carrying energy
Each creation is conceived, purified and made to offer protection, grounding, soothing or spiritual guidance.
A meeting between two worlds
Alongside his partner Vicky Villeneuve , Dave promotes a shared vision: to create art that is respectful, inclusive and deeply human.
- highlighting the works
- communication
- cultural mediation
- community partnerships
- raising awareness of indigenous knowledge
Together, they are building an artistic approach that explains, connects and brings people together.
A transmission mission
- workshops in schools
- indigenization projects
- intergenerational transmission
- promotion of Innu culture
Each creation passed down is a fragment of history and a living continuity of traditions.
A living, sincere, and meaningful art
Each work is accompanied by an intention, sometimes a legend, always a deep respect for the indigenous culture.
Professional profile published on the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Cultural Network