Part of #YEGCanvas, a stylized drawing of a bobcat composed of eagle and wheat, recalling formline. The piece was on display for two months as a billboard on 111th Ave and 142nd Street in Edmonton. Atkison is a Métis Artist. Encouraged by his grandparents to pursue his artistic talents Brandon has developed a signature style, vivid ink images with jagged and cursive lines. Each depiction contains a multitude of intricate details which communicate a narrative within a form.
“The very first animal I ever drew was an eagle. I wanted to see if I could do other stuff. My main thing was animals of Canada. If I do a whale, I know they migrate to Canada.” https://triregiontourism.com/event/public-art-gallery-exhibit-brandon-atkinson-spirit-warriors/