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Johnny, Morris

Morris Johnny is of Kwakwa̱ka̱'wakw and Cowichan First Nations descent. Born March 19, 1984, he has lived in Alert Bay since 1998. He has carved alongside Tłaptłabani (Stephen Bruce), Ho'miskanis (Don Svanvik) and Ma̱lidi (Bruce Alfred) learning all the skills required for authenticity. Morris credits his lineage for the legacy of traditional carving held in his family and that he continues to carry on. His family crests include the toothed Kwaṉkwa̱nxwa̱ligeʼ (Thunderbird), Killer Whale and the Ga̱la (Grizzly Bear).

2003 Totem Pole - Morris apprenticed with Stephen Bruce and helped to produce the 15 ft. totem that now stands outside the U’mista Cultural Centre

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