A visual storytelling experience honoring the Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen — “The Words That Come Before All Else.”
This interactive webcomic expresses gratitude for the natural world through 20 illustrated panels and immersive navigation.
Project Description
This web-based comic presents the full Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address through a scrollable, panel-based experience. It honors Indigenous wisdom and spiritual practice by blending rich cultural text with visual storytelling. Each panel features:
An image and speech bubble quote
English translation of the traditional Thanksgiving Address
Stylized comic layout with speech bubbles and narrative captions
Unified theme: Now our minds are one
Usage Instructions
Navigation:
Use the floating Nav button or top nav bar to explore related apps and portals within the Food4Thoth network.
Scroll Through Panels:
Scroll vertically to read all 20 panels of the comic. Each segment focuses on different aspects of gratitude — from the Earth and Waters to the Enlightened Teachers and the Creator.
Mobile Friendly:
Fully responsive with a collapsible menu and touch-optimized layout.
Fonts & Preloads:
Custom Google Fonts (Bangers, Baloo 2, Permanent Marker) are preloaded for performance and aesthetic consistency.
Food4Thoth is inspired by the principles of its namesake, Thoth:
Creativity: A celebration of art, imagination, and innovation.
Exploration: Encouraging curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge.
Community Building: Connecting individuals through shared resources and mutual support.
Playfulness: Balancing deep inquiry with interactive and fun experiences.
The platform is a digital garden where ancient wisdom meets modern innovation.
✨ Why Visit Food4Thoth?
Diverse Offerings: Content that caters to various interests, from art and mysticism to community activism.
Interactive Tools: Explore engaging applications like calculators, games, and divination apps.
Community Engagement: Opportunities for collaboration and connection through artistic and social projects.
Inspiration: A space to spark curiosity, reflection, and joy.
🤝 Support and Contributions
Your contributions help support innovative projects like the Rainbow Glo-Calculato, community gardens, and esoteric tools, ensuring Food4Thoth continues to thrive.
Food4Thoth represents the collective effort of artists, mystics, and community builders. Thank you to all contributors and supporters who make this digital garden flourish.
Join us and explore the endless possibilities of Food4Thoth!
Credits
Design, Code & Curation: DeJahn
Project: Part of the FOOD4THOTH and ARTABILLIES collective ecosystem
Inspiration: Indigenous wisdom, visual poetics, and digital storytelling