Totem Pole Totem poles, each carved from a single cedar trunk, are among the largest works created by Northwest Coast artists. Traditionally, free standing poles were placed before houses to proclaim the identity and status of the owners. Totem poles were carved and decorated with paint to display the owners' family history, ancestors and crests. Other types of carved poles include the house posts that hold up the beams of the house and mortuary poles that hold the remains of the deceased in a box at the top.
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THE TRICKSTER

Posted: Wednesday September 15th, 2010 @ 3:57pm

Roy will be in Tofino at his Eagle Aerie Gallery this weekend to release his newest print THE TRICKSTER! Storytelling starts at 11 am both Saturday and Sunday. Drop by the hear the legend behind The Trickster, stories of his life & times and stories of Henry Nolla to celebrate his carving career with the first ever West Coast Carving Festival which is also happening this weekend! Call the gallery for more info 1.800.663.0669.

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