 We are honoured to showcase the art of Wayne Alfred, a highly respected Kwakwaka'wakw artist, singer, dancer and Knowledge Keeper from 'Yalis, Alert Bay, British Columbia.
Wayne has learned from and worked with many of the most renowned First Nations on the West Coast including the Late Henry Hunt, Charlie George Xalxidi, the Late Beau Dick, the Late Benjamin (Blackie) Dick (Sr), the Late Russell Smith Ye-Ku-tla-las—to give all—and the Late 'Namgis Chief Pal'nakwala Wakas and Kesu' Doug Cranmer. Great Masters all. His work reflects the Traditional culture of the 'Namgis and the oral and written traditions of his respected mentors and family. Wayne's work has earned him respect and a reputation as an artist to watch. His work is meticulous, dramatic—mixing Traditional and contemporary elements to create something new, fresh and compelling. He has gifted us all through his paintings and carvings of poles, boxes, masks, bowls, frontlets and rattles. The original painting above, Chief Maker, is his work from 1994. The image is at once powerful and engaging. His work earned him the British Columbia Creative Achievement Award for First Nations Art in 2012. Beyond his carvings and paintings, he is an engaging historian and sublime First Nations dancer. He fills his words and his dance with heart and honest reflection. He can regale you with tales of his fishing exploits humbly knowing his works sit in places of honour in First Nation households, communities and museums around the globe. We are honoured to showcase him and celebrate Wayne's gifts to us all. Comments are closed.
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NUSANusa is the Kwak'wala word for sharing a myth, story or legend. Here we will share about the many stories of those coming together for our annual celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day each June 21st 
EXPLORE & SHOP THE HASE' MARKET
FIRST NATION MASKS, PHOTOGRAPHY, CARDS, TIE-DYED CLOTHING, HANDMADE POTTERY, JEWELRY, UP-CYCLED CLOTHING, UP-CYCLED JEWELRY, INDIGENOUS ART PRINTS, FIRST NATIONS ORIGINAL ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, SHAWLS, T-SHIRTS, TANK TOPS, INDIGENOUS EARRINGS, BRACELETS, LEATHER EARRINGS, STERLING PENDANTS & NECKLACES, NATURAL LOTIONS, LIP BALMS, BODY BUTTER, NATIVE PLANT SEEDS, TRADITIONAL MEDICINE PRODUCTS, BAGS, SCARVES, GIFTS, CARDS, DELICIOUS FOODS—SMOKED SALMON, SEAFOOD CHOWDER, SOCKEYE, FRIED BREAD, BANNOCK, HOT SAUCE, FRESH FRUIT & VEGGIES, DARK CHOCOLATE CARAMEL APPLES, CARAMEL POPCORN, CHOCOLATE GRIZZLY PAWS, FUDGE, MINI-DONUTS—ALL MADE WITH LOVE! SO MANY CHOICES! WHAT'S ON YOUR LIST? 
Art GalleryMagnificent First Nation Carvings, Masks, Boxes, Blankets, Regalia, Headdresses, Aprons, Rattles, Whistles, Paintings & Bowls
Legends of the Masks
Tum Tum Threads
Conscious designs handmade by Zapotec in Oaxaca and Kwakwaka'wakw from the Great Bear Rainforest 
DUCHESS BANNOCK
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Artist Craig Simon
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