New Artist
New Artist: Lena Snow Amason-Berns
It’s with much gratitude that we show the sculpture of Alaska-based artist Lena Snow Amason-Berns (Alutiiq) in our “Masters of Disguise III” exhibition this year. Those who are familiar with contemporary Alaskan artists will recognize the name Amason from her father, painter and sculptor Alvin Amason. Lena has carved and painted a gorgeous plank mask-style wall […]
New Artist: Karver Everson
There are lots of new faces in our mask exhibition “Masters of Disguise III”, and we’re not just talking about all the masks. We are proud to show the work of Karver Everson (K’omoks/Kwakwaka’wakw) for the first time, a young artist who carved the mask shown in his hands at left. Karver is the youngest […]
New Artist: Troy Kwakseesthala
Joining us for the first time this June is Troy Kwakseesthala (aka Troy Roberts), whose style is ornate and detailed, with riotous color. Troy hails from the north end of Vancouver Island, and is descended from chiefs of the Weiwakum First Nation. His work makes liberal use of inlaid copper and abalone, giving all of […]
New Artist: Jeffrey Veregge
Jeffrey Veregge (Port Gamble S’Klallam) will join us for the May exhibit, bringing his unique Salish Geek vision to “Salish Sound Waves”! Veregge is gaining huge acclaim and recognition for his mix of nerd and pop culture and southern Salish design, with his artwork for Marvel, IDW and Valiant comics. We’re thrilled to present his […]
New Artist: Ronnie Fairbanks
“Salish Sound Waves” is coming up in May, and we’re introducing you to some new faces! Ronnie Fairbanks (Tlingit/Ts’msyen/Chippewa) comes to us from Alaska, and his awesome formline skateboards are turning our heads. They double as wall art and as conveyance — pop some wheels on them and you’re ready to roll. Does that longboard […]
New in the Gallery: Danielle Morsette
We’re thrilled to present a new face at Stonington during our winter exhibition: weaver Danielle Morsette (Suquamish/Sto:lo). Danielle is a young and extremely skilled weaver who was recently seen in her solo exhibition at the Suquamish Museum this past summer. Her Salish-style weaving is of the highest quality and skill, and we are excited to […]