Early Methods on the Northwest Coast
Bold, inventive and highly graphic, the indigenous art of the Northwest Coast is distinguished by its sophistication and complexity. It is also composed of basically simple elements, which, guided by a rich mythology, create images of striking pow...
From the giant cedar of the rainforest came a wealth of raw materials vital to the way of life, art and culture of the early First Nations people of the Northwest Coast. All parts of the cedar tree had many uses. From the wood, skilled men made oc...
"Much more than reference material, Indian Fishing combines historical citations, interviews and techniques to show us the incredible resourcefulness of the native peoples whose world has been tied to sea and river for thousands of years. . . . If you have it, read it. If you dont, get itan easy read packed to the gills." * Alaska Journal of Anthropology *
Hilary Stewart (19242014) was a critically acclaimed, award-winning writer and authority on northwest First Nations art and culture. She wrote ten books, including Cedar: Tree of Life to the Northwest Coast Indians and the perennial bestseller Looking at Totem Poles. She lived on Quadra Island in British Columbia.