Artist Statement

Lorne Alexander Julien, Warrior on the Hill, is a proud Mi’kmaw artist and member of Millbrook First Nation, Nova Scotia. He specializes in contemporary Indigenous acrylic paintings and murals.

He is a self-taught artist, beginning as a young child. Specializes in rich vibrant colours and believes simplicity is beautiful. Lorne wants to share his artwork, lifting people’s spirits, with ideas taken from his visions and dreams.

Lorne creates murals in schools, institutions and public spaces to support the creation of safe spaces that are inclusive, respectful and honour Canada’s Indigenous people. He believes that incorporating Indigenous art in public spaces is a simple act of reconciliation and moving forward in a spirit of mutual respect and understanding.

His artwork is a form of prayer, it provides healing for himself. He would like to bring healing to the world and his intention is to inspire hope and balance within the universe.