MY WORK
SUN MASKS
My focus is on creating traditional Kwakwaka'wakw cedar sun masks, each uniquely designed to reflect the significance of these symbols in our stories. Art serves as a bridge between the past and the future, and it brings me immense joy to share these handmade pieces with you. Step into my gallery and discover the artistry inspired by my heritage.
MY STORY
Morris Johnny
CULTURAL GROUP:
Kwakwaka'wakw
BORN:
March , 1984
BIRTHPLACE:
Victoria, BC
Morris Johnny Indigenous Artist started carving in his early 20s and apprenticed under Beau Dick, Marcus Alfred, Aubrey Johnston His father Joe Johnny is also a woodcarver. In 2002, Morris carved a large totem pole for the Umista Cultural Centre with fellow Kwakwaka’wakw artist Stephen Bruce.
Morris is of Kwakwaka’wakw and Cowichan First Nations descent, has lived in Alert Bay and Port Hardy since 1998 and learned traditional carving skills from notable artists including some of Alert Bay and areas finest like Beau Dick, Steven Bruce, Aubrey Johnston, Marcus Alfred. Morris is continuing his family's legacy of carvers. . The Thunderbird, Killer Whale, and Grizzly Bear are Family Crests.
Today Morris carves with fellow carvers Gilbert Dawson Joe Johnny and others
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