Reincarceration 2013

Kent Monkman’s 2013 painting, *Reincarceration,* is a powerful commentary on the ongoing effects of colonization and the persistence of Indigenous culture. The artwork features a group of Indigenous people gathered by a river, dancing and celebrating, seemingly unaffected by the presence of two abandoned cars in the foreground, a powerful symbol of encroaching modernity. The contrast between the vibrant celebration of Indigenous traditions and the stark reminder of colonization highlights the resilience and enduring spirit of Indigenous peoples.