Falling Leaves Moon - Binaakwe Giizis

Grandmother Moon Series - The 10th Moon of creation

Binaakwe Giizis, the Falling Leaves Moon, celebrates the beauty of autumn and the quiet moments that bring families together.

In this painting, a mother and her young son walk hand in hand along a forest path beneath the gentle glow of Grandmother Moon. The vibrant colours of the changing leaves surround them, transforming an ordinary walk home into a moment of reflection, connection, and belonging.

The figures are intentionally viewed from behind, inviting us to join them on their journey. We are not watching their story unfold from a distance; we are walking alongside them. Each step becomes a reminder that many of life's most meaningful lessons are learned not through formal instruction, but through shared experiences with those who love us.

The richly coloured forest floor reflects the many seasons of life. Like the leaves overhead, each season brings change, yet every change becomes part of the path that shapes us.

Grandmother Moon watches over mother and child, offering quiet guidance as they return home together.

This painting is a tribute to the everyday moments that become lifelong memories—holding a child's hand, walking familiar trails, listening to the sounds of the forest, and discovering that home is found not only in a place, but in the people who walk beside us.