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In celebration of International Women's Day, we'd like to introduce you to 5 women artists who you should know about: Cori Savard, Danika Saunders, Danielle Louise Allard, Agnes Seaweed Wisden, and Morgan Asoyuf. See their artwork and learn about their bold and inspiring messages about who they are and how they show up in the world. Our Gallery represents 19 women artists - with more to come!
Yahl ‘Aadas reminds us that women in Haida art isn’t a new concept. As part of a matriarchal society, Haida women have always played a vital role in the art world—and always will:
“Artists have created since time immemorial. Inspired and taught by those who came before, they evolve their craft. They are driven by a creative spirit which transcends gender. We each contribute in the ways we are most gifted.
Haida culture will continue to thrive through our support of one another in our pursuit of excellence. Háaw’aa/ Haawa to those who support our artists on their creative journey.” - Cori Yahl ‘Aadas (Savard)
View Cori Yahl ‘Aadas (Savard)'s artwork here.
Nuxalk artist, Danika Saunders
Saunders brings new awareness to the art of traditional handpoke tattooing. Practicing her art in an ethical and culturally aware manner, this incredible formline artist creates meaningful, everlasting art that uplifts individuals and community:
"Up until recently, tattooing has been a male-dominated industry, we are now seeing more and more women hold space in the tattoo realm - especially traditional tattooing methods like handpoke tattooing.
Tattooing is a very intimate and personal experience, collaborating with clients to bring their ideas to fruition requires a lot of trust - for that I am super grateful, it is not something I take lightly." - Danika Saunders
With a background in fashion and painting, Allard brings a unique creative lens to her Haida art practice. Her deep appreciation for intricate details and meaningful storytelling shines through in her work:
"I’ve always liked to focus on delicate and intricate details in my work, often times working with deeper meanings and aiming for the viewer to write their own story about a piece. I still strive for this now that I’m learning and working with formline." - Danielle Louise Allard
’Namgis artist, Agnes Seaweed Wisden
Artist Agnes Seaweed Wisden works at the dynamic intersection of jewelry and fashion, crafting pieces that tell powerful stories—like this hand-engraved copper chest plate created for none other than Golden Globe-winning actress Lily Gladstone.
"Just a few days before Christmas I got an email from a stylist team in New York asking if I had any jewelry for Lily Gladstone. Thinking it was fake at first, but then realizing it wasn’t, I quickly sent some things I felt reflected the movie and Lily Gladstone. Very honoured and proud of her for uplifting Indigenous artists, and Gila’kasla for including me on the journey." - Agnes Seaweed Wisden
For artist Morgan Asoyuf, her artwork has always been rooted in a deeper purpose - using her voice to speak up for women, children, and important issues impacting Indigenous communities.
“The interaction with the art form is a two-way street. There is a reciprocity, Northwest Coast art, ancestors and supernatural beings have their own needs. The art form has a lot of power and can give you a voice, but that voice needs to be used to give back and speak for our people.” - Morgan Asoyuf
To see more by these artists - view their art and jewelry creations.
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