Orca and Wolf Painting

Acrylic on canvas
48 x 30 inches.

This painting depicts two of the crests of the artist's family. These animal symbols are characters in ancient legends that are handed down within the family and the tribe.

 The BEAR is known for its human-like qualities and caring for family. The Bear is a symbol of strength, power and honor.

The ORCA is the Lord of the Ocean and the most respected of all sea creatures. The Orca symbolize s wealth and long life.  

In addition to traditional Kwakiutl designs, David has created Contemporary Indigenous prints that represent the issues and history of our time. He believes that Northwest Native American traditional art is a foundation to build upon, not a boundary to restrain creativity..