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LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED SINCE 1984
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Meaning of Orca:This design features a Sgaana also known as orca or killer whale, which is a symbol of community, family & intelligence. Orcas travel the ocean realms in groups, further cementing their symbolism of community and togetherness. It is believed that the killer whale people have an analogous society to humans under the ocean, and here is where the first totem poles & longhouses originated.
Argillite is a black stone that is geologically classified as slate. The argillite from Haida Gwaii is found on one mountaintop and is protected by the Haida Nation as a stone exclusively carved by the Haida people.
Made by Haida Artist, Amy Edgars:
Amy Edgars is a Haida artist from Old Massett, British Columbia. She was inspired by her late father, Myles Edgars, to pursue the art of argillite carving. Amy began carving at the age of 16. "I saw my dad and others carving every day, so I thought I better sit down and try it out," says Amy. She also notes the late Haida artist Pat Wesley as an influence in developing her carving skills.
Amy is one of few Haida women argillite carvers and has been carving for over 15 years.
