By: Stanley Sr., Robert E.
ISBN: 978-0-88839-506-1
Binding: Trade Paper
Size: 11" X 8.5"
Pages: 64
Photos: 1
Illustrations: 81
Publication Date: 2002

PR Highlights: An Instructional Drawing Book for Indigenous Art.

PHOTO Highlights: Over 80 instructional drawings of indigenous art.

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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.

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.