E A Studios of Jasper, Alberta - West Coast/Haida Artists

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West Coast/Haida Artists:

Some of the West Coast and Haida artists offered by EA Studios are shown here. These are only a small sampling of the hundreds available for sale.

The Hunt family, represented here by Noreen, Richard, Stanley, and their father, Henry, are Kwa-ulth of the Kwakiutl Nation. Their prints are $150 and up.

Cannibal Woman

Noreen Hunt is one of the few women working as an artist among the Kwa-gulth. The Cannibal Woman is a mythical creature, once human, which frequents forests. There are many stories of her antics, but only a certain chant or help from the goodly Sisiutl can overcome her.

Kwa Gulth Sisiutl & Sun

Richard Hunt was born a Kwa-gulth of the Kwakuitl Nation in Alert Bay, April 1951. He was tutored in his culture and tradition by his family. A master of carving, painting and potlatch dancing, he was awarded the coveted title, Hamalsa (Wild Man).

Kwa Gulth Moon

Stanley Hunt is a mask carver and printer. The phases of the moon are very important in the Kwa-gulth lifestyle.

Wild Man From the Sea

Henry Hunt, born a Kwa-gulth in Fort Rupert, married the daughter of the legendary chef Mungo Martin. He is a renowned carver, graphic designer, and potlatch dancer.

Welcome Dancer

Crawling Wolf Dancer

Joe David's sensitive portrayal of his tradition's dancer costumes are presented in this set of four prints priced at $1000 U.S.

Serpent Dancer

Thunderbird Dancer

Elements

In his work, Sonny Morrison, Jr. has portrayed traditional figures from the legends of Tsimpshien, Kwakiutl, Nootka and the Salish. Prints from $250 U.S.

Thunderbird, Killer Whale, Lightning Serpent

by Clarence A. Wells, born in 1950 from the Gitsen Clan of the Tsimpshien. All work on his prints, including cutting of the silk screens and the printing was done by the artist. Prints from $250 U.S.

Spawning Salmon by Art Thompson
(West Coast)
Prints from $400 U.S.

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