A symbol of Life. Represents vitality and survival. The edible flower is a source of vitamins A and C, and the dried rosehips are used in teas and cooking. The Wild Rose is a popular beadwork design on cradleboards and clothing, signifying safety and good health. It is also the provincial flower of Alberta.
Elizabeth has used Cree syllabics to describe each image. The syllabics were invented by missionaries in Canada (1830-1860) to create a written form of Cree and Ojibway. The primary purpose was to teach Christianity to Indigenous People. Elizabeth is a member of the Mistawasis Nehiyawak in Saskatchewan. Her work is inspired by the artistic traditions and storytelling of the Plains Cree.