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Our Spirit Wood Magnets are a unique and beautiful way to add a touch of nature to your home or office. The intricate designs feature a spirit animal design by renowned Indigenous artists. A great gift for animal lovers or those who appreciate the beauty of Indigenous culture, art, and nature. The magnet is strong enough to securely hold notes, photos, and other important documents on your fridge or magnetic board. Add a touch of rustic charm to your space with our Spirit Wood Magnet.
Art is central in our traditions and expresses who we are as a people. I am honored to be an artist and share our culture with the world." Ernest Swanson, who holds the traditional Haida name, Giinowaan, is a Haida artist from Old Massett, British Columbia, who currently lives in Vancouver, BC. As a matrilineal descendent of iconic Haida artist such as Charles Edenshaw and a grandson to the late Rufus Moody, Ernest continues his family’s legacy by creating traditional Haida art. In 2004, he began to work with artists such as Jim McGuire, Christian White and Chief Edenso “James Hart”. Ernest has continued to display his works on regional, national, and international scales, working in wood, silver, gold, and argillite. Ernest has a passion for working with youth, and has worked diverse youth groups in HIV/AIDS awareness, mural paintings, drum making workshops, Haida language and history, dance classes, traditional storytelling, and designing workshops, with organizations including the Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society, Aboriginal and Northern Affairs Canada, and the Old Massett Village Teen Centre.