Jean Marshall is a visual artist of Ahnishnaabe / English descent who was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario. She is a member of the Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, also known as Big Trout Lake, Treaty 9, and currently resides on the lands of the Animikii-Wajiw / Thunder Mountain, also known as Fort William First Nation.

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Marshall has been practicing visual arts for the last 20 years, and she has earned a reputation for her vibrant artwork made of beads, porcupine quills, textiles, and hide. Marshall's passion for beadwork started when she was a child, surrounded by skilled craftsmanship, which taught her the importance of quality and using her hands. This admiration has grown into her present-day practice, where she focuses on beadwork and leatherworking. For the last seven years, Marshall has been dedicated to learning and sharing moosehide tanning with her community, which has become a significant aspect of her work. 

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Jean Marshall: Anikoobijikewin is the second of two solo exhibitions in the series Mawadishiwewin (visits) that delve into the connections formed through visiting, creating, and sharing. Jean Marshall: Anikoobijikewin is guest curated by Linda Grussani. 

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Video production by Lion Sher & Jay Saltanatkhah

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Onsite Gallery is generously supported by The Delaney Family.