Stephanie Babij

Stephanie Babij (she/her) is a visual artist of Ojibwe and Ukrainian/other mixed-settler heritage. Originally from Sudbury, and a member of Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation, she now makes her home in Unceded Algonquin Territory/Ottawa. Stephanie grew up off-reserve and in urban spaces, where access to teachings, community, and the land were not readily available. In adulthood she is making her way back to culture, community, and identity. Stephanie’s visual arts practice includes both solo and community-engaged murals, acrylic paintings, wood-burned art, and beading. Stephanie’s self-taught visual storytelling is guided by her dreams and awareness of her subconscious. In her work you’ll find elements of animals, plants, cycles, ethereal essence, and the celebration of bodies. Through her art, Steph tries to blend her background in environmental science with her deep love of the natural world. The pieces that she creates call people to honor their relationship with the land and welcome dialogues about climate justice and living ethically with creation.