Indigenous Artist Vicky Rozentals Inspires Grade 7 Students Through Story and Art

Victoria (Grant) Rozentals, also known as Vicky the Real Artist, visited Ms. Matti’s Grade 7 class at All Saints Caholic School to share her powerful story of identity and her journey as an Indigenous artist. Vicky is an Anishinaabe, Mi’kmaq, and Métis artist living and creating in Durham Region. She honours both her Indigenous and her French and Scottish ancestry, and is known for her distinctive work in pyrography, the art of wood burning.

During her visit, students learned foundational wood‑burning techniques and created their own designs under Vicky’s guidance. She shared stories from her life, her cultural teachings, and her evolving art practice, sparking meaningful conversations about identity, community, and the role of art in carrying teachings forward.

Students were deeply inspired by Vicky’s artistry, humour, and encouragement, and her visit continues to influence their creative work in the classroom. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn from an artist whose work honours tradition while embracing contemporary expression. Learn more about Vicky here.