Invite the strength and grace of the ocean into your home with this Whale Indigenous Art Wood Ornament. Designed by Haisla/Heiltsuk artist Paul Windsor, this ornament features the Orca, a symbol of family, unity, and protection. Each piece is crafted from eco-friendly Ipil Ipil wood, highlighting the natural grain and the fluid lines of the artist's work. It is a thoughtful way to honour the deep connection between the Haisla and Heiltsuk peoples and the marine life of the Pacific Northwest.
Whale Indigenous Art Wood Ornament by Paul Windsor
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:
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100% of the art featured on every Native Northwest product is designed by Indigenous artists
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All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products
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Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging
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Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging
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Artists are paid in fees and royalties
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Born in Kitimat and based in Vancouver, Paul Windsor is an ancestral designer from a lineage of artists. His practice frequently features positive imagery of the natural world, drawing from his deep love for the environment and the animals of the West Coast. Paul’s artistic motivation stems from a desire to bring people together across generations of his culture. Through his paintings on paper and wood, he seeks to create works that will become a tradition for the generations to come, promoting a sense of peace, harmony, and enduring cultural continuity.