NICO WILLIAMS

Nico Williams is a new media, beadwork artist who resides in Montréal, Quebec. He is Anishinaabe, from Aamjiwnaang “where the water flows spiritually like a braid.” He holds a Bachelor of Fine Art focusing on print media from Concordia University. Williams began experimenting with bead-work in 2015 using Japanese glass delicas, natural materials and seed beads. His use of beads explores a variety of Ojibwe fancy craft-work practices. He has actively been focusing on the revitalization and evolution of traditional, Ojibwe fine crafts. The bead-work he creates, like fine art, responds to the artists’ environment. It is a deep reflection of love and respect for the beauty and rich visual treasures in nature.