TIM ALFRED
Heritage
- Kwakiutl
Tim, born in Alert Bay, B.C., first started carving
in the Kwakiutl style at the age of 20 and was
mainly taught by Stanley Hunt. Wayne Alfred, Beau
Dick and Calvin Hunt were also influences in his
carving career. As a young artist he was able to
learn techniques in making bentwood boxes, planking
from cedar trees, carving masks, paddles, model
canoes and making regalia for traditional use in the
Big House.
Some of his projects include drums and paddles he
made for the Fort Rupert Elementary School in 1998.
He has done work for memorial trophies and made
donations for various fund-raising events in his
community, including the Big House in Alert Bay.
Spirit Gallery is pleased to present Tim's work.