2025 Orange T-Shirt - "Hummingbird Heart" (Youth)
I-Hos Gallery EXCLUSIVE!!
You won't find this gem anywhere else. Local K'omoks artist Rachelle Antoine teamed up with the Wachiay Studio to make these vibrant Orange Shirt Day T-shirts!
This joyful piece features a heart-shaped wreath of botanicals and hummingbirds in blue ink on a soft orange background.
- Designed by a K’omoks artist
- Hand-printed in the Comox Valley at the Wachiay Friendship Centre’s print studio
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Blank garments are ethically sourced:
- Socially responsible: manufactured in compliance with the Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production principles (WRAP certified)
- Environmentally responsible: made with OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyes
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Hummingbird Heart
The hummingbird is a messenger of joy and resilience - a creature that thrives through community and balance, reminding us that strength is found in working together.
The plants carry a personal meaning for me. They are a connection to the forest trails I walked and played in throughout my childhood. Wild rose, bleeding heart, and salmonberry are more than just plants - they are teachers and memories of place, family, and growth.
The heart shape of this design reflects love, remembrance, and the importance of protecting our children, families, and communities. It speaks to healing, balance, and the interconnection of all living things.
This artwork is a tribute to resilience, memory, and care for future generations.
Rachelle Antoine, 2025
Kwakwaka’wakw and Saik’uz Dakelh
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Proceeds go to I-Hos Gallery's Artist Bursary which funds local artists’ professional development; we sponsor new skills or tools that will strengthen their practice.
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