Featuring new works from 36 of the most acclaimed artists on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border--among them Susan Point, Robert Davidson, Isabel Rorick, Jay Simeon, Preston Singletary, and Dempsey Bob-- Seekers and Travellers covers a range of media, from glasswork to weaving, wood carving to metal jewelry. Accompanying each piece is a statement by the artist explaining the inspiration or technique for the work, placing it in the context not only of the artist's oeuvre but of contemporary Northwest Coast art. While the book is divided into three sections (Traditional, Cross-cultural, and Contemporary), what it clearly reveals is a shift from art representative of a particular region or culture to a new pan-Indian art that draws on the traditions of many First Nations and blends them with contemporary interpretations and materials. The result is a visually rich, evocative collection that is sure to enthrall, inspire, and amaze.
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9780295992372
Number of pages: 160
Dimensions: 254 x 216 mm
Weight: 749 g
Language: English
This is a beautiful, radiant book. -- Mike Dillon City Living A fabulous contemporary art collection book, filled with rich contributions of art creations and their descriptions by a talented trove of First Nation artists. -- James A. Cox The Midwest Book Review
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