InDigital Insights: Dominic Lafontaine on Indigenous Multimedia Art, Identity Politics, and Humor in Creativity

In this InDigital Insights episode, host Monique Manatch speaks with Dominic Lafontaine—an Algonquin multimedia artist, poet, and musician known for his bold, humorous, and critical take on Indigenous identity and contemporary art. Dominic discusses his recent exhibitions, how comedy plays a role in challenging assumptions, and the politics surrounding identity and “pretendians.” With a motto of “Research, remix, and repeat,” Dominic offers a unique lens into how traditional and digital art forms can provoke thought and celebrate complexity in Indigenous storytelling.