First Nations Artist
Carey Newman
Carey Newman is a Kwagiulth artist. Born on February 15th 1975, Carey is prominent among the younger generation of Native artists.
Under the tutelage of his parents, Carey developed his artistic ability and cultural knowledge. Artistry is in his blood.
His father Victor, his great, great grandfather Charlie James, and his great aunt Ellen Neel, are all renowned wood carvers. Being of British and Kwagiulth/Salish descent, Carey has been able to draw upon each of these cultures for his inspiration.
Carey is always looking for ways to improve his artistic repertoire. Mastering as many techniques and mediums as possible is one of the keys to his continued success. Wood, stone, gold, silver, gems, glass, and painting are mediums with which he works.
A dedicated artist, Carey's goal is to follow the footpaths of his mentors: his father, for his belief in artistic integrity and self-respect, and Bill Reid, for his artistic ability with many mediums.
"When I embark on a journey, I may not have a clear idea of where I am going, but . . . perhaps I do not need one. This is terrain where ancient tradition smothers the ember of modern idea. A woodland so dense with archaic ritual, that the rains of April, and the sunshine of May, are not allowed the opportunity to renew the undergrowth. I will plant my seedling, hoping perhaps someday it will grow into prominence among its forefathers." - CN