104 Petroglyphs to Pixels: James Hart
Petroglyphs to Pixels: Season 1 x 13 Episodes
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22m
(2020, 22 minutes)
Carving a Legacy
James “Jim” Hart, a master Haida artist, sculptor, and hereditary chief, carries forward the rich traditions of Haida formline design. An apprentice of Bill Reid, Hart blends traditional artistry with contemporary storytelling, as seen in his monumental “Reconciliation Pole" at the University of British Columbia. Through his mentorship of young carvers and his leadership within the Haida Nation, Hart’s work is both a preservation of the past and a bold step into the future.
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“Petroglyphs to Pixels, Season 1” explores the groundbreaking work of 13 Indigenous artists whose work transcends boundaries, reclaims cultural narratives, and reshapes the contemporary art landscape. From petroglyphs to digital media, their art—spanning sculpture, painting, photography, and performance—tells powerful stories of resilience, identity, and tradition. This series captures a vital moment in the continuum of Indigenous creativity.
Artists featured in Petroglyphs to Pixels, Season 1:
Alex Janvier
Rosalie Favel
Lou Ann Neel
James Hart
Nadia Myre
Lawrence Paul
Dozay Christmas
Teresa Marshall
Skeena Reece
Manasiah Akpaliapik
Alan Syliboy
Connie Watts
Wolastoq Point of View
Series written and directed by Jeff Bear, narrated and co-directed by Marianne Jones.
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