About

Mariah

Mariah Shecapio-Lacroix is a Cree Graphic Designer from Oujé-Bougoumou, situated within the Eeyou Istchee, who blends cultural roots with modern creativity. With over five years of experience working both in-house and as a freelancer, she has developed a diverse portfolio spanning editorial design, exhibition development, branding, and digital media. As the in-house Graphic Designer at the Legacy of Hope Foundation, Mariah has led the design of large-scale exhibitions, annual reports, and educational publications that share Indigenous histories and stories across Canada.

Her design practice is rooted in storytelling, culture, and connection — often weaving together traditional Cree motifs with contemporary design techniques. Mariah’s work has been recognized through multiple awards, including the Digital Visual Arts Award from the Cree Nation Youth Council and the Self-Innovator Award from the Cree Arts & Association of Eeyou Istchee Achievement Awards. Her approach is versatile yet consistently grounded in meaning, empathy, and detail — reflecting her mission to create visuals that educate, empower, and inspire.

Where it all started...

“My design journey began as a young mom striving to create a stable life for my daughter & I. From finishing high school with a newborn to pursuing Design Studies at Algonquin College right after graduation, I followed my passion and built my path through perseverance and purpose. What started as a dream soon became a lifelong commitment — from studying late nights to now working as an in-house designer for an Indigenous organization. Design became more than a skill — it became a way to honour culture, inspire others, and prove that creativity can overcome challenges and open doors to brighter futures.”

Cultural storytelling woven into every project
Resilience and perseverance shaped by lived experience
Strong technical expertise across print, digital, and motion
A community-centered, people-focused design approach