Ben Houstie

Ben Houstie (Bella, Bella) is an Indigenous artist.

"As a child, I had the opportunity to watch master carver, Mungo Martin, work on the world’s largest totem pole, in Alert Bay, B.C. I had been removed from my family and community and placed in St Michael’s residential school in Alert Bay. Residential schools were designed to “remove” culture and promote assimilation and yet ironically in Alert Bay, I found the artistic traditions of our culture. As a survivor I am deeply impacted the painful experiences of being in a residential school. My art is part of my healing and provides a connection to my culture. Working with Bill Reid as well as a project featuring bent box designs created by my great grandfather, Daniel Houstie were critical in my understanding of our unique art forms. I have committed my life to Northwest Coast Art and am delighted that my son Christopher is following in our family tradition." - Ben Houstie

Gifts (5)

Art Card: Ben Houstie - Raven That Stole The Light

$5.50

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Artists:

● Ben Houstie (Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Heiltsuk (Bella Bella);)

Country of Origin:

Canada

Size: 6 inches x 9 inches

ISBN / Barcode: POD2864

Synopsis:

This card features Heiltsuk artist Ben Houstie's Raven that Stole the Light design.

Additional Information

• 1 Card
• 6" x 9" 
• Blank inside.
• Includes an artist biography on the back of the card.
• Artist is paid royalties.
• Printed and made in Canada.

 

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First Nations Hand Puppet: Magic the Octopus

$28.50

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Artists:

● Ben Houstie (Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Heiltsuk (Bella Bella);)

Size: 26 cm H

ISBN / Barcode: n/a

Synopsis:

Designed by Ben Houstie, Bella Bella.

Approximately 10"

High quality stuffed animal, all new material.

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First Nations Hand Puppet: Talon the Eagle

$28.50

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Artists:

● Ben Houstie (Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Heiltsuk (Bella Bella);)

Size: 30 cm H

Synopsis:

Designed by artist Ben Houstie (Bella Bella).

Additional Information

• Approx 12"
• High-quality stuffed animal.

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Learning Shapes (Natural Pine): Ben Houstie - Animal Journey

$29.00

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Artists:

● Ben Houstie (Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Heiltsuk (Bella Bella);)

Size: 24 cm H X 14 cm W X 7 cm D

ISBN / Barcode: 629117029744

Synopsis:

Sail the rivers and oceans with Raven and his friends.

9.65" x 5.5" x 2.65" natural pine.

Made with non-toxic paints and coatings, and soy-based inks. Packaged in a cardboard box.

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Playing Cards: Ben Houstie - Wolf

$9.00

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Artists:

● Ben Houstie (Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Heiltsuk (Bella Bella);)

Colour:

Black | Grey | Red | White

Size: 2.5 inches x 3.5 inches

ISBN / Barcode: 51-51-226

Synopsis:

These playing cards feature a Wolf design by Ben Houstie.

Additional Information

• Size: 2 1/2" x 3 1/2"

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