OUR
LOGO
The visual identity of Origins Dermatology Centre is rooted in Indigenous art, culture, and spirit. Our logo is inspired by an original painting gifted to the community by Cliff Dubois, an Indigenous artist from the Cree/Saulteaux Pasqua First Nation.
We are honoured to carry this artwork as the foundation of our visual identity, and deeply grateful to Cliff for sharing his gift with us and with the community.
Cliff L. Dubois, 2017
Our logo draws directly from the Eagle Messenger in Cliff's painting, adapted as the visual mark of Origins Dermatology Centre.
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Cliff Dubois is an Indigenous artist from the Cree/Saulteaux Pasqua First Nation. "My name is Strong Wind Man, which was given to me at age 15," says Cliff, who has been painting for decades.
"This painting is a gift from the Creator to the community. I paint for the people," says Cliff.
Cliff discusses the teaching, vision, spiritual and cultural meaning behind the art:
"This painting shows an Eagle Messenger flying high in the sky, beyond the sun, bringing prayers to Thunderbird, who represents cleansing, healing, and is the giver of a healthy, pure life."
"The colours of the earth are grounding, and the three colours on the eagle, from inner to outer (yellow, orange, and red) represent mind, body and spirit."
"The emptiness in the Eagle's belly is a reflection of the inside. It represents an endless hunger to work and to heal. An endless supply of energy. The Eagle's wings represent a strong connection to the spirit world. The seven dots represent the seven spiritual grandmothers and grandfathers of the spirit world, watching over us."
A PLACE OF HEALING
Origins Dermatology Centre is grateful to Cliff for providing and allowing the use of his artwork as a visual inspiration for our centre.
Origins Dermatology Centre is a place of healing, where all people from all walks of life come together. We are also a centre that represents a safe, healthy and positive environment for Indigenous people with skin conditions.
"Healthy Skin, Healthy People, Healthy Families, Healthy Communities"