EasternWoodland art
Miigwetch (thank you) for visiting Eastern Woodland Art. I’m Waabi Makoohns which loosely translates to mean “Little White Bear," and my English name is James Darin Corbiere.
About
I'm an Aanishinaabe artist, writer, illustrator, and educator of the Bear Clan, originally from Wii-kwe-amikoong on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, now living on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. My creative work honours the rich traditions of Eastern Woodland art, weaving together ancestral wisdom and contemporary expression through storytelling and vibrant imagery.
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FEATUREs
The Truth in Truth and Reconciliation Educational Board Game (Ages 14+)
This edition of the board game is designed for ages 14 and above, featuring original artwork and storytelling from my Aanishinaabe perspective. It also comes with The Guide Book and my comic book, Tales of the Firekeeper, which offer an immersive way to learn the true history of colonization on Turtle Island.
The Truth in Truth and Reconciliation Educational Board Game (Ages 7-13)
This edition of the board game is designed for ages 7 to 13 and features original artwork and storytelling from my Aanishinaabe perspective. With grade-specific gameplay and evolving maps, it helps young learners explore the true history and impacts of colonization on Turtle Island in an age-appropriate, collaborative way.
BalAnce, Volume 1: The First 96 Pages – Giiwedanong
This full-colour comic book includes the first 96 pages of BalAnce: Volume One – North, The Legend of Giiwedanong, written and illustrated from my Aanishinaabe perspective. Rooted in the Aanishinaabe creation story, this edition brings together art, story, and spirit, and marks the beginning of a four-volume series I’ve dedicated my life to completing.
Fluffy Fox Pencil Case
This durable canvas pencil case features Fluffy Fox, an original artwork from my Aanishinaabe storytelling journey. Perfect for carrying anything from pencils to medicine, it brings art, culture, and meaning to your everyday essentials.
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Reviews
Groundbreaking Educational Board Game
"This groundbreaking educational board game offers players a unique opportunity to engage with the truths of Indigenous histories and experiences on Turtle Island, challenging players to explore the truth of Canada’s treatment towards Indigenous Peoples in a thought-provoking and immersive format."
— Muskrat Magazine
The Game Resonates Across Reconciliation Circles
“Almost all said they would get a copy for their group.”
— Shared following a presentation at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Circle in Saskatoon, a national gathering of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Catholic leaders in Canada
A Game with the Power to Transform
“Because of the many strategies employed and the breadth of knowledge imparted while playing—to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples—Corbiere’s invention has the potential of becoming an indispensable instrument in our collective effort towards decolonization and reconciliation.”
— Nadia Myre, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Art Practices, Concordia University
A Masterclass Game
"A masterclass in the Anishnaabe symbolism & storytelling! So much to take in."
— An anonymous Anishnaabe player
A Game That Fills a Real Need
“People at Nelson like your game, believe it has merit in the market, and fills a real need throughout Canada.”
— Colin Garnham, Nelson Education Consultant
