Humpback Whale Passport Holder by Gordon White

NATIVE NORTHWEST ART BY INDIGENOUS ARTISTS

Statement of Respect and Authenticity

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.

Native Northwest products are guided by the following five principles:

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

• All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products

• Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging

• Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging

• Artists are paid in fees and royalties

Gordon White is a Haida artist from the Masset community on Haida Gwaii. Primarily a carver and jeweler, Gordon is known for his clean execution of traditional Haida formline and his ability to translate complex ancestral stories into functional art. His work often features prominent Haida crests, such as the Raven and Eagle, meticulously rendered in wood, silver, and gold. Gordon is dedicated to the artistic standards established by Haida masters, focusing on the balance and symmetry that define his culture’s visual identity while ensuring these traditions remain vibrant for future generations.