Research Quest - November 10th 2014

Gerald Gloade has a fascinating story that is reflected in his art and his literature. He writes and paints about his struggles as well as his overcoming of physical limitations. He was born with a hole in his heart and was raised by his grandmother. She instilled art into his life from a very early age and its been with him ever since. He knows a great deal about his culture and his heritage with the mikmaq people in Nova Scotia. He knows of events, legends and stories that date back to 13000 years ago. He has a lot of valuable knowledge and is a very interesting person especially because makes such beautiful art.