Social Science Native American Studies
Northwest Indigenous Arts: Basic Forms
- Publisher
- Hancock House
- Initial publish date
- Feb 2022
- Category
- Native American Studies, Native American, Native American
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9780888395061
- Publish Date
- Feb 2022
- List Price
- $12.95
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Description
Northwest Indigenous Arts: Basic Forms by Robert E. Stanley Sr. is a distinctive instructional guide that opens a window to the traditional art forms of the Northwest Indigenous peoples. This book, infused with over 80 instructional drawings, invites readers to embark on a journey of learning and creativity, offering step-by-step guidance to master classic indigenous drawings. Stanley, hailing from the northern coast of British Columbia, shares his deep-rooted knowledge and techniques, passed down through generations, allowing everyone to learn and draw legendary animals revered by First Nations tribes.
About the author
The author, one of eleven siblings, was born in a little village on the northern coast of British Columbia. The village, called Gingolx: in his native tongue, is also known as Kncolith. Robert Stanley now resides in Terrace, British Columbia.