Paddle - White Raven

White Raven, 2026
Peter Smith, Kwakwaka'wakw
Cedar and acrylic paint
5.5" x 60"

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The White Raven paddle was hand-carved and painted by Kwakwaka'wakw artist, Peter Smith.

Raven is the curious trickster responsible for putting the sun, moon, and stars into the sky. This light bringer represents prestige and knowledge.

Peter Smith is a Kwakwaka’wakw carver that has been working in the wood mediums since 1995 when he began his carving career studying under the watchful eyes of carver Winadzi James. Although he began carving in 1995, his exposure to the art form began in early childhood when he watched artists such as Walter (Long-John) Smith, Sam Johnson, Jack James, and Allan James while spending time in his home community of Gilford Island.

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