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CONTEMPORARY ART FROM THE FIRST PEOPLES OF THE NORTHWEST COAST
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In Residence May 13 -18,
2007
JAMES MICHELS  James
Michels was on born July 29th 1969 in Merrit B.C., he is a highly
accomplished Cree/Metis artist whos creations are held in high esteem
by other artists and knowledgeable collectors. James apprenticed with
acclaimed Coast Salish artist Joseph Campbell as well as spending
considerable time observing various master artists at the K’san Native
art school. His bentwood boxes and stunning panels can be regularly
viewed in most of the major galleries of Northwest Coast artwork in
both Canada and the United States. James Michels is presently working
on a large commission of a series of bentwood boxes for the Canadian
Government. Last year a series of his bentwood boxes were commissioned
for the participants of the 2005 PGA Golf Skins game in Whistler BC. As
well, his artwork has been purchased by President Bill Clinton, former
Prime Minister Paul Martin and singing legend Joni Mitchell.
James is also sought after for his exceptional large carved panels and
totem poles.James will be working in residency at the Sandusky Cultural center along with Randy Stiglitz and Janice Morin from Sunday, May 13 through Friday, May 18. |
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With awareness of cultural diversity and the positive values of artistic regionalism, the Sandusky Cultural Center provides educational and entertaining exhibits that stimulate an interest in the fine arts, provide a focus for multicultural awareness, and introduce complex issues and challenging concepts.