Northwest Indigenous Arts: Basic Forms - Paperback

by Robert Sr. Stanley (Author)

Over 80 instructional drawings of native art. Learn to draw Native Art! First Nations artist Robert E. Stanley Sr. shares his knowledge and technique in rendering classic northwest native drawings. Now you too, can learn to draw some of the legendary animals of the First Nations tribes, by learning Robert's techniques passed down to him from generation to generation.

Back Jacket

Northwest Indigenous Arts: Basic Forms by Robert E. Stanley Sr. is a distinctive instructional guide that opens a window to the traditional art forms of the Northwest Indigenous peoples. This book, infused with over 80 instructional drawings, invites readers to embark on a journey of learning and creativity, offering step-by-step guidance to master classic indigenous drawings. Stanley, hailing from the northern coast of British Columbia, shares his deep-rooted knowledge and techniques, passed down through generations, allowing everyone to learn and draw legendary animals revered by First Nations tribes.

Author Biography

The author, one of eleven siblings, was born in a little village on the northern coast of British Columbia. The village, called Gingolx: in his native tongue, is also known as Kncolith. Robert Stanley now resides in Terrace, British Columbia.