20202 49dzine Social Distance Powwow
A design created for 49 Dzine in support of Social Distance Powwow. It represents 4 different styles of lodges as the 4 directions - incorporating the floral motifs that are reminiscent of so many tribes, while also highlighting classical powwow symbols.
Pen & Ink
A tight sketch design layout of the 4 lodges was drawn in coloured pencil and later finished with pen & ink.
Adobe Illustrator
The sketch is later vectorized in Adobe Illustrator and given a typographical treatment.
Bustle Composition
Bringing the design together with a traditional First Nation bustle and a floral design motif is added to the finished composition.
Social Distance Pink Dancer
The design is to honour women which features a dancer surrounded by floral motifs, representing the cycles of culture in our lives and how it keeps us safe in these trying times by cycling continuously.
Pen & Ink Composition
Adobe Illustrator
Floral Composition
Social Distance Merchandise
“We are proud as a 100% Blackfoot-owned business to support Social Distance Powwow as a carrier of official merchandise… These designs were created by Alex Peechow, Thunderchild First Nation, on behalf of 49 Dzine.”