Made in Saskatchewan
This biography tells the story of Peter Rupchan, a Ukrainian immigrant who moved to the isolated Endeavour-Usherville region of northeastern Saskatchewan in 1905.
Despite lacking proper equipment, he built his own pottery wheel and kiln, processed his own clay, and experimented with homemade glazes to create functional everyday pieces.
He overcame numerous hardships to become Saskatchewan’s earliest and most industrious potter, with his work now preserved in several Canadian museums.
Ingrained Legacy: Saskatchewan Pioneer Woodworkers 1870-1930
This non-fiction work focuses on the talented carpenters, woodworkers, and furniture makers who immigrated to the Canadian prairies around the turn of the twentieth century.
It explores how the majority of these resourceful craftspeople arrived and shaped the province between 1870 and 1930.
The book highlights how the quality of remaining buildings, furniture, and works of art around Saskatchewan serves as a lasting indicator of these skilled individuals’ contributions.
The Maasai: A Glimpse Into Life, Traditions and Culture
This is an immersive photography and cultural nonfiction work based on firsthand research and field experience.
It offers an intimate look into the daily lives, traditions, ceremonies, spirituality, and resilience of the Maasai people living in Kenya and Tanzania.
The book presents the Maasai as a dynamic and evolving society, deeply rooted in communal values and an enduring connection to the land.
