Jerry Whitehead

Jerry is a Cree native from the James Smith Band, Saskatchewan. Jerry obtained his formal art training in Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia. He has been involved in various activities as an exhibition coordinator, workshop leader, illustrator, and teaching assistant.

Throughout Jerry's career, his artwork has gone through a number of stages. However, the one thing that has remained constant throughout this progression is his focus on powwows and powwow dancers. Today, Jerry produces abstract paintings of vivid color, incorporating family themes and words in his pieces.

Jerry's works have been exhibited throughoutCanada and hang in various countries. He currently resides in Vancouver, British Columbia with his family.