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Green Hummingbird
Gryn White
SOLDSerigraph, Edition of 118
Unframed
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Spirit of the Killerwhale
Karla L. West
CA$120.00Serigraph, Edition of 270
Unframed
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Ka’ka’win
Patrick Amos
CA$230.00Serigraph, Edition of 160
2021
Unframed
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Weavers & Wool
Dylan Thomas
CA$200.00Serigraph, Edition of 140
2021
Unframed
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“This print, titled Weavers and Wool, depicts two Salish Wool Dogs, and is an homage to the role weavers and dog breeders played in shaping Coast Salish culture. The Salish Wool Dog was the only breed of dog in pre-contact North America that was created and maintained through the practice of animal husbandry.
Through selective breeding, the Coast Salish people maintained a large population of small dogs with thick woolly hair that could be sheered and spun into yarn. This meant, unlike their coastal neighbors, the Coast Salish had a steady supply of wool that allowed them to foster a prolific weaving tradition. Female weavers used the wool to create the classic Coast Salish blankets that were worn by Siem (noble ones). The wool was also an important adornment on many ceremonial objects and regalia. Due to the importance of weaving in Salish culture, the spindle whorls became an object of abundance, many of which were carved with classic Coast Salish imagery. Even today, contemporary Salish artist create prints, panels, glass works, stone works, (etc.) all in the form of the spindle whorl.
The practice of breeding wool dogs had been practiced for at least 1700 years according to archeological research. Since the dog’s woolly coat was due to a recessive gene, it had required a tremendous amount of work to keep the wool dogs separated from the semi-wild hunting dogs to keep the bloodline pure. So, when Europeans introduced sheep wool to the Salish, the practice of dog breeding was doomed. Since sheep are large, grass-feeding farm-animals — rather than small, meat-eating pets, they were able to generate more wool for far less labour and resources. Therefore, it became too costly to maintain the wool-dogs bloodline, so they began interbreeding with the hunting dogs and European breeds — then quickly vanished.
Even though the Salish wool dog may be lost forever, it’s legacy lives on in Salish culture: wool still adorns most ceremonial objects, Salish blankets are still worn as regalia, and the spindle whorl has become an icon of Coast Salish art. So with this print, I want to honour the Salish wool dog, Salish dog-breeders, and Salish weavers that helped give Coast Salish culture its unique identity.” – Dylan Thomas
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Cultural Connections
Susan Point RCA
CA$900.00Serigraph, Edition of 21
2022
Unframed
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Creekside
Susan Point RCA
CA$850.00Serigraph, Edition of 85
2022
Unframed
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Highest Level
Margaret August
CA$150.00Serigraph, Edition of 100
Unframed
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“Eagles represent the highest form of spiritual assistance because, these majestic birds can fly the highest of all the birds. Therefore they are considered to be the closest to the Spirit world.” –Margaret August
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Supernatural
Dylan Thomas
CA$150.00Serigraph, Edition of 72
2021
Unframed
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Łagigyet (Eagle & Killerwhale)
Philip Gray
CA$450.00Serigraph, Edition of 75
2018
Unframed
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Eagle’s Catch
Maynard Johnny Jr.
CA$1,000.00Serigraph, Edition of 100
Unframed
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Salish Sea
Susan Point RCA
CA$850.00Serigraph, Edition of 52
2023
Unframed
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Reflect
Kelly Cannell
CA$680.00Serigraph, Edition of 78
2023
Unframed
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Protector
Maynard Johnny Jr.
CA$1,600.00Serigraph, Edition of 100
Unframed
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Tristan’s Thunderbird (AP)
Lyle Campbell
CA$350.00Serigraph, Artist Proof, Edition of 7
2019
Unframed
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“This print tells the story of how we met our young friend, Tristan Davis. Last February (2019), my wife and I attended the All Native Basketball Tournament in Prince Rupert. We hosted a raffle for a colourful 4’x2′ acrylic painting. Tickets were $5 each. On our second day, we met Tristan. She approached our table and proceeded to count out five dollars in change to buy one ticket. She then popped by our table throughout the week to check on what she was calling “her painting”. At the end of the week, we held the draw and sadly, to our dismay, she did not win. Well, a few weeks passed but I couldn’t help but think of this little one’s appreciation and connection with my artwork. My wife and I discussed it and decided to make her a painting of her own. With a little investigation, via Facebook, we were able to track down her mother. We found out that [Tristan] was 9 years old and from the Thunderbird Clan. So, in the design, the Thunderbird has a creek flowing from its mouth. The Thunderbird is her and the creek is Hays Creek, where we met her.” – Lyle Campbell
Why an Artist Proof?
The artist proof is often the first proof or set of proofs that the artist “pulls” to ensure that the image is printing to the desired effect. The Artist Proof holds a higher value than a regular edition piece due to its rarity as well as the possibility that they can contain the visual evidence of the artist’s progress. Artist Proofs are typically owned and kept by the artist so they are rarely released.
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Two Guud (Eagle)
Erik Prytula
CA$250.00Serigraph, Edition of 200
Unframed
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Coming Together
Susan Point RCA
CA$760.00Serigraph, Edition of 80
2022
Unframed
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Sgaana Saahlaan Sdings
Cori Savard
CA$450.00Serigraph, Edition of 125
2022
Unframed
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“Sgaana Saahlaan Sdings means Two Finned Killerwhale. The imagery in this print focuses on the two dorsal fins. Attached to the body of the whale, they have no control over their direction or destination. The thin lines around the design represent the spray and the water that rolls off the body of the whale as it emerges from the depths to take a breath. With this new energy, it continues its journey, facing an ever-changing ocean landscape.
The first dorsal fin represents the discomfort and apprehension that comes with the unexpected changes in our lives. It braces itself for the next wave, the next plunge, engaging in a losing battle against the momentum of the whale. The thin lines between the dorsal fins form teeth, creating a mouth which represents a shared experience and a shift in our mindset. The second dorsal fin represents acceptance, resilience, and the positive energy that follows our ability to adapt. Once we recognize our apprehension, we are free to challenge it. To seek the positive within the negative and move forward with renewed energy.” – Cori Savard, 2022
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Cleansing
Mark Preston
CA$215.00Serigraph, Edition of 85
2018
Unframed
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Fisherman’s Delight
Robert Davidson RCA
CA$1,800.00Serigraph, Edition of 81
2022
Unframed
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“I went fishing with Reg and his friend Tom Wylie last summer. I was really taken because they were charged with excitement. They kept handing me a rod but I was just happy to watch because they were really interesting… When we went to the river to fish we were excited to know that we had replenished the food supply. Reg has constantly replenished the halibut and salmon supply for freezers in the village because he feels the need and so few people own boats.
The focus point in this piece of art is a Spring Salmon depicted with the face of Humanity. Traditionally, the native societies were established around fishing, hunting, and gathering. The most valuable resource was salmon. For thousands of years, salmon was the primary food source for the people on the Canadian Northwest Coast. As a result of overfishing came a time of scarcity. Salmon perished and humanity depended heavily on its return. Salmon is a powerful symbol of regeneration, prosperity, and renewal for the Haida people.
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In the bottom right corner of this painting, Kuugan Jaad (also known as Mouse Woman) comes into sight. She is a character in many Haida legends. Mouse Woman is a supernatural being. She is the mother of Raven according to the mythology. She often appears in stories as a helper or advisor to those who are on a journey or to those who have crossed (or are about to cross) to another dimension (Spirit World or the unknown). She is highly respected as she offers great wisdom to restore order and balance. According to mythology, Mouse Woman can change shapes. She can be a big eyed mouse and change into a tiny human grandmother. However, in art, her appearance is mostly abstract.
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When I’m creating a design, sometimes subconsciously Kuugan Jaad just appears in the art piece. Her form arises automatically during the creative process. It is striking because she is known to lend a helping hand to story characters in our legends.“ ~ Robert Davidson -
Hummingbird
Ben Houstie
CA$320.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2021
Unframed
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Eclipse
Joshua Watts
CA$200.00Serigraph, Edition of 104
2020
Unframed
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Feeding Time
Richard Shorty
CA$125.00Serigraph, Edition of 300
2017
Unframed
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Winter Warrior
Andy Everson
CA$250.00Giclee, Edition of 99
2015
Unframed
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