Sharifah Marsden
Sharifah Marsden is an Anishinaabe visual artist, jeweller, and educator known for large-scale public murals, fine jewelry, and mixed media works rooted in Indigenous teachings.
Sharifah brings more than two decades of experience leading culturally informed, community-based art practices.
Her work often incorporates mentorship and direct engagement with Indigenous youth, where she facilitates teachings, storytelling, and skill-building in visual arts. Her artistic vision is grounded in the values of healing, visibility, and intergenerational connection.
Custom Gold
"Sharifah brings the same depth of spirit and precision found in her artwork to her custom goldsmithing practice. Each piece is designed with intention — blending traditional Indigenous symbolism, natural forms, and fine metalwork techniques."
Chief Kwe Dancing
She is kwe, she is also Chief of her people and she is dancing in celebration and ceremony.
She dances for the MMIW2S, she dances for her people, she dances for her ancestors, she dances for her descendants and she dances for those who cannot dance.
She is celebrating her life and her culture. She is matching the beat of the drum and the melodies of the the singers and song with each step.
“SHARIFAH’S WORK IS COMPLETELY UNIQUE”
“She uses Northwest Coast engraving techniques to depict symbols and motifs from her Anishinaabe heritage.”
-Peter Lattimer Lattimer Gallery Vancouver, BC
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