Loretta Gould

Loretta Gould is a Mi'kmaq artist from the Waycobah First Nation in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Her work is a spiritual and soulful exploration of her heritage, characterized by vibrant, dreamlike palettes and flowing compositions. Loretta’s paintings often depict themes of family, healing, and the sacred connection between humanity and the natural world. Primarily self-taught, she uses her art as a tool for storytelling and cultural reclamation, sharing the resilience and beauty of the Mi'kmaq people. Her work is celebrated for its emotional resonance and its ability to communicate universal themes of peace and harmony.