Focus On: Jaco Ishulutaq
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You may know your own version of this story, but the legend of Sedna goes something like this: a young woman, thrown into the sea, tries to cling onto
Author - Dorothy Washbern
Robert Davidson – Curator’s Choice Fall 2022
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ART AS LANGUAGE In the vibrant language of Pacific Northwest Coast art, Robert Davidson RCA is renowned as a distinguished storyteller. The importance of oral traditions to
Celebrating Nunavut Day 2022: Ashevak Adla
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This Nunavut Day on July 9th, we're highlighting Cape Dorset artist Ashevak Adla (b. 1977) who is the eldest child of Kumajuk and David Adla.
On the matrilineal side of
Trace Yeomans – Curator’s Choice Summer 2022
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"In the past, I have done a lot of pieces that reflect on my lineage and culture. I am very proud of my heritages and find
National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21st, 2022
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In recognition of the 25th Anniversary of Indigenous Peoples Day, we are also celebrating the beginning of International Decade of Indigenous Languages from 2022-2032 as declared by the United
Yeomans Trilogy Exhibition Opening 2022
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On June 4th, our first family focused exhibition 'Yeomans Trilogy' opened featuring the works of Don, Trace and Kyran Yeomans.
Their combined collections of both contemporary and traditional
Moy Sutherland – Curator’s Choice Spring 2022
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“For me, the meaning of life is to learn of and understand my cultural surroundings, so that this knowledge can be preserved and used in everyday life. Like our
International Women’s Day 2022 – March 8th
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"I have always been interested in the Inuit traditional stories. When I was a student in high school, storyteller Mialia Jaw would come to our school. I was so
Joe David – Curator’s Choice Winter 2022
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“I do it out of respect for the ancestors, so that the heart, soul and spirit of their art lives on.” - Joe David
In 1975, Joe realized that he
Gathering Exhibition Opening | Corrine Hunt 2021
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On September 25th, the gallery celebrated it's first exhibition opening in almost two years with Corrine Hunt's solo exhibition 'Gathering: It's good to see you (again)'.
Corrine's progressive contemporary style
Robert Saunders – Curator’s Choice Fall 2021
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“I must have been seven years old when another carver pressed a knife in my hand and helped me carve a pole in the townsite. It’s hereditary, my ancestors
Celebrating Nunavut Day 2021: Mary Simon
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Coming together on July 9th to celebrate Nunavut Day is especially significant given that Inuk leader Mary Simon was recently announced as Canada's 30th Governor General by Prime Minister
National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21st, 2021
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Strength, resilience and healing are to be celebrated as we recognize the significant challenges of both past and present on the 25th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Gus Cook – Curator’s Choice Summer 2021
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Being accomplished in the ancient art of repousse - an old European metalworking technique - has garnered quite a reputation for Gus Cook and his exceptional jewelry.
He acquired his
Douglas David – Curator’s Choice Spring 2021
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Doug David's love for creating art has been primarily inspired by his ancestral spirits and, from the beginning, this has consumed his life.
Since Doug is a descendant of Nuu-Chah-Nulth,
Embracing Diversity | International Women’s Day, March 8, 2021
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"Embracing diversity inspires creativity and innovation through acceptance and respect for one another. One understands that each individual is unique with our differences, for example, race, ethnicity, gender, socio-economic
Eugene Alfred – Curator’s Choice Winter 2021
Curator's ChoiceBeing a part of a multi-generational family of Northern Tutchone and Tlingit artists, from beadworkers to draftsmen, Eugene Alfred has established himself as a masterful carver and elegant illustrator.
Finalist David Neel: Hilary Weston Writer’s Trust Prize 2020
blogAnnounced: November 18, 2020
Congratulations to Kwakwaka'wakw artist and author David Neel whose book 'The Way Home' was a finalist for the prestigious Hilary Weston Writer's Trust Prize in 2020.
This
Virtual Author Talk with Vickie Jensen
blogMeet author Vickie Jensen virtually for an engaging and entertaining talk with a Q&A on her book Totem Pole Carving: Norman Tait, Bringing a Log to Life.
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Kelly Robinson – Curator’s Choice Fall 2020
Curator's ChoiceAs a descendant of Nuxalk and Nuu-Chan-Nulth nations, artist Kelly Robinson from Bella Coola is garnering attention for his fine jewelry and wood carving designs that are inspired by
In Memoriam – Ben Davidson
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We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Ben Davidson on August 15th, who had a heart attack at age 44.
As an outstanding, notable artist with
In Memoriam – Bill McLennan, UBC Museum of Anthropology
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We are very much saddened by the recent loss of Bill McLennan, Curator Emeritus of UBC’s Museum of Anthropology.
Born in Vancouver, William (Bill) McLennan received his Arts
Alvin Mack – Curator’s Choice Summer 2020
Curator's ChoiceAsk Alvin Mack to reflect on his life and you will get a very candid tale of hardship, personal struggles and the deep-rooted desire to create meaningful art and
Stay Connected, Feel Connected with First Nations Gifts
blogWhen we feel far away from each other, it's the little things -- the personal and thoughtful gestures -- that lets someone know you want to stay close.
It's times