Daniel Puglas
Daniel Puglas is a descendant of the Gwawaenuk Tribe on his mother’s (Sally Williams) side and Mamalilikulla First Nation on his father’s (Daniel Puglas Sr.) side. His Kwakwaka’wakw name is Gwe Ek Kalis. His grandparents are late Hereditary Chief Fred Williams and matriarch Elsie Williams (Wamiss) Daniel was groomed by his late grandparents, a very compelling hierarchy amongst the Potlatch System. Both grandparents were well-known for wooden carvings and designing traditional wardrobes. Danny has been mastering his art since the summer of 1998 and has become well-known both locally & across North America. Although mostly known for his wooden carvings, he also creates bent boxes, plaques, masks, drawings & paintings. Danny currently resides in Nanaimo BC, where he lives with his wife Tami and their two sons Daniel Puglas Jr. and Samuel Puglas.
Kids Books (1)
Indigenous Art Colouring & Activity Book Vol. 2
$10.95
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Paperback
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian;
ISBN / Barcode: 9781738736713
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A whole new volume of fun from Indigenous artist Daniel Puglas!
Enjoy more colouring and activities with First Nations art for ages 6 to 12. Colour, trace, seek, circle, and search!
Educator Information
For ages 6 to 12.
Additional Information
20 Pages | 8.5" x 11"
Gifts (5)
ON SALE! Every Child Matters T-Shirt - Adult Extra Large: Wolf(3 in stock)
$15.00 $19.95
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Adult Extra Large (XL)
ISBN / Barcode: n/a
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This year, our Orange Shirt features a Wolf design from Kwakwaka'wakw artist Daniel Puglas and the message "Every Child Matters".
The wolf represents loyalty, strong family ties, good communication, education, understanding and intelligence. Daniel’s mom, Sally Williams, always said “protect your spirit” which he had in his mind during the creation of this design.
Orange Shirt Day is observed every year on September 30th to honour residential school survivors and their families.
Strong Nations will be donating a portion of t-shirt sales to the Indian Residential School Survivor Society (IRSSS) https://www.irsss.ca/.
Additional Information
- Size: Adult Extra Large
- The Strong Nations logo appears on the sleeve.
Art Cards: Daniel Puglas - Greeting Cards
$18.00
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4.25 inches x 5.5 inches
ISBN / Barcode: 628451229087
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Punctuate a gift or mail a meaningful message with Daniel Puglas Art Cards. Interiors are blank to write your own greeting for any occasion.
Artist biography is on the reverse of every card.
Daniel Puglas Gwe Ek Kalis descends from the Gwawaenuk Tribe on his mother’s (Sally Williams) side and Mamalilikulla First Nation on his father’s (Daniel Puglas Sr.) side. Daniel was taught by his late grandparents, Hereditary Chief Fred Williams and matriarch Elsie Williams (Wamiss), who were well-known for wooden carvings and designing traditional wardrobes.
In addition to wooden carvings, Danny also creates bentwood boxes, plaques, masks, drawings & paintings. His art is well-known both locally & across North America.
Danny lives in Nanaimo BC, with his wife Tami and their two sons Daniel Puglas Jr. and Samuel Puglas.
Additional Information
- Blank interiors
- For all occasions
- Artist biography on the reverse of every card
- 4.25" x 5.5"
- Includes envelopes
Every Child Matters T-Shirt - Youth Large: Wolf (3 in stock)
$10.00 $15.95
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Youth Large (Youth L)
ISBN / Barcode: n/a
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
This year, our Orange Shirt features a Wolf design from Kwakwaka'wakw artist Daniel Puglas and the message "Every Child Matters".
The wolf represents loyalty, strong family ties, good communication, education, understanding and intelligence. Daniel’s mom, Sally Williams, always said “protect your spirit” which he had in his mind during the creation of this design.
Orange Shirt Day is observed every year on September 30th to honour residential school survivors and their families.
Strong Nations will be donating a portion of t-shirt sales to the Indian Residential School Survivor Society (IRSSS) https://www.irsss.ca/.
Additional Information
- Size: Youth Large
- The Strong Nations logo appears on the sleeve.
Every Child Matters T-Shirt - Youth Medium: Wolf (25 in stock) - ON SALE!
$10.00 $15.95
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Youth Medium (Youth M)
ISBN / Barcode: n/a
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
This year, our Orange Shirt features a Wolf design from Kwakwaka'wakw artist Daniel Puglas and the message "Every Child Matters".
The wolf represents loyalty, strong family ties, good communication, education, understanding and intelligence. Daniel’s mom, Sally Williams, always said “protect your spirit” which he had in his mind during the creation of this design.
Orange Shirt Day is observed every year on September 30th to honour residential school survivors and their families.
Strong Nations will be donating a portion of t-shirt sales to the Indian Residential School Survivor Society (IRSSS) https://www.irsss.ca/.
Additional Information
- Size: Youth Medium
- The Strong Nations logo appears on the sleeve.
Lanyard: Strong Nations - Every Child Matters (Orange)
$6.00
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ISBN / Barcode: ECM02
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This lanyard features a Wolf design from Kwakwaka'wakw artist Daniel Puglas and the message "Every Child Matters".
The wolf represents loyalty, strong family ties, good communication, education, understanding and intelligence. Daniel's mom, Sally Williams, always said "protect your spirit" which he had in his mind during the creation of this design.
Orange Shirt Day is observed every year on September 30th to honour residential school survivors and their families.
Strong Nations will be donating a portion of t-shirt sales to the Indian Residential School Survivor Society (IRSSS) https://www.irsss.ca/.
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