Artist’s Legal Name: Bonnie Taparti

Artist Lives In: Ottawa, On

Community artist is from: Naujaat, NU

Categories of art practiced: Parka Making; Mitt Making; Slipper Making; Children’s Clothing; Crochet Hats;Jewelry Making; Beaded Jewelry Making

Preferred materials & subjects: sealskin for Parka’s, Mitts; Fox Fur; Beads for jewelry

Artist Background:

Bonnie is from the community of Naujaat Nunavut. She now lives in the city of Ottawa. Bonnie is a talented seamstress. She makes beautiful parkas, slippers and beaded jewelries.

Artist’s Involvement with Traditional Inuit culture: Fishing; Family Camping; Inuktitut Language; Inuit Food Preparation & Feast; Qayaking; Preparing & Drying Skins; Sewing