Bada Jean Visual Artist

Learn about Bada Jean Visual Artist: Calgary, AB

Bada Jean is a Canadian artist and Indigenous-owned Canadian business based in Calgary, AB creating illustrated art prints. Scroll down to learn more about Bada Jean and her artwork and what inspired her to start her business.

What inspired you to start your business?

To celebrate the beauty in my culture and love for creating.

How do you describe your business?

I create digitally illustrated artwork, starting with a pencil sketch, and then turning it into a digital illustration. I then make these into hand signed, limited edition numbered prints, greeting cards and stickers. I also created a streetwear clothing brand in 2025 called Sacred Natives. I wanted to expand my brand into wearable art, something that people feel strong and proud when they wear it. Sacred Natives is meant to be worn by Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to celebrate and support Indigenous culture. I also paint large scale abstract paintings, which is my number one favourite thing I do. Well a lot of my time goes into the print and clothing business, I do love to paint!

What’s your bestselling product? Why do you think they’re so popular?

Prints.

The artwork itself – with my artwork I hope to bring warmth and connection with my pieces. I want people to relate to the storytelling in my artwork, and feel happiness and warmth when they look at it.

What’s your personal favourite product from your shop right now?

My favourite right now is my “Cotton Candy Three Sisters” print. We live right by the rockies, and an iconic mountain range called the “Three Sisters”. I feel especially connected to it as I have two sisters, so its a special place for me!

What’s your favourite local Alberta shop?

I love the local shops in my area – I love Stonewaters in Canmore especially as it is in the Rockies and is themed around funky, colourful unique mountain themed gifts and art.