Proof 15 puts a notable twist on the formula with artists from Gallery 44's inaugural artist residency, featuring the work of Keesic Douglas and Susan Blight, both emerging photo-based aboriginal artists. Even though the exhibition retains its free, spontaneous spirit, with the inclusion of Douglas and Blight a subtle energy permeates the show, informed by the performative style and sly wit both artists share.

Keesic Douglas, Untitled from The Treaty Series, silver gelatin print, 2008

Keesic Douglas is an Ojibway artist from the Mnjikaning First Nation in central Ontario. He specializes in the mediums of photography and video. His work has been exhibited across Canada and the United States. Douglas focuses on issues surrounding his Native heritage in his photo and video work. His video The Vanishing Trace recently won Best Short Documentary at the 2007 imagineNATIVE Film Festival in Toronto.