Garry Sanipass, is an Indigenous artist journey began in childhood as a means of escape and self-expression. As the only dark-skinned, non-French-speaking boy in his elementary school, he faced constant isolation and bullying. Unable to communicate with peers, he found solace in drawing, where he discovered a profound need to communicate visually. Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s multidisciplinary genius and later captivated by Andrew Wyeth’s ethereal egg tempera portraits, he dedicated himself to mastering drawing through relentless practice and experimentation.

His artistic path deepened through Indigenous teachings and ceremonies, including the transformative Sundance ritual, where he encountered the Trickster spirit. These spiritual experiences shaped his creative process, fostering a fascination with subconscious imagery and archetypal storytelling. The guiding principle of interconnectedness, taught through the teachings of "all my relations," remains central to his work, reflected in themes that honour nature, community, and cyclical transformation.

After studying graphic design at McKenzie College in 2006, he gained a deeper understanding of composition and visual storytelling. This revelation opened new possibilities, blending classical artistry with contemporary techniques. A pivotal moment came during a painting session with his granddaughter, where a simple exercise in blending colours liberated him from a lifelong fear of colour, leading to a joyful exploration of pigments and egg tempera.

Currently, Garry Sanipass is experimenting with creating pigments from natural sources, further deepening his relationship with the land. His evolving body of work continues to explore themes of transformation, interconnectedness, and the balance between permanence and impermanence, inviting viewers to journey with him through a layered and symbolic artistic narrative.