Challenging Traditions: Contemporary First Nations Art of the Northwest Coast 2009-2010

McMichael Canadian Art Collection : Kleinburg, Ontario, Canada : 2009, The Olympic Museum : Lausanne, Switzerland : 2010

“Art of the Northwest Coast has re-emerged in the twenty-first century. Challenging Traditions: Contemporary First Nations Art of the Northwest Coast exhibition explored the art of 40 contemporary Northwest Coast artists. It showcased a collection of over 70 pieces of contemporary art that are featured in a magnificent publication and investigated how artists are drawing inspiration from history and grappling with the challenges of interpreting traditional design and transforming it into modern-day Northwest Coast art.”

Ian M. Thom, Guest Curator


Years:
2009 - 2010

Publication ISBN#: 978-1-55365-414-8