Coho Salmon 3D Lenticular Bookmark by Joe Wilson Sxwaset

NATIVE NORTHWEST ART BY INDIGENOUS ARTISTS

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We believe that Indigenous artists should be treated fairly and with respect. Authenticity of art, design, and culture is the foundation of our mission of building everyday connection to Indigenous cultures.

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• 100% of the art featured on every Native Northwest product is designed by Indigenous artists

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Joe Wilson-Sxwaset is a master Coast Salish carver from the Cowichan Tribes, known for his incredible attention to detail and traditional integrity. Mentored by master carver Simon Charlie, Joe has spent decades perfecting the rounded, fluid forms characteristic of the Coast Salish aesthetic. His work ranges from intricate jewelry to large-scale ceremonial carvings, each piece telling a story of ancestral pride and cultural resilience. Joe is a dedicated teacher and community leader, using his art to ensure that the sophisticated carving traditions of the Cowichan people are carried forward with honour.