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Bill Reid

This documentary follows Haida artist Bill Reid, from British Columbia. A jeweller and wood carver, he works on a traditional Haida totem pole. We watch the gradual transformation of a bare cedar trunk into a richly carved pole to stand on the shores of the town of Skidegate, in the Queen Charlotte Islands of B.C.

Niveau scolaire 7 - 12

Aboriginal Studies / Identity/Society

Aboriginal studies / Arts

Description pédagogique:

Students could research a history of the Haida Indians in British Columbia, especially the art of carving totem poles from the cedars. What do these poles represent for the Haida people? Consider the skills that are involved in making woodcarvings, especially something of this magnitude. Does the fact that the carver uses electrical tools diminish the authenticity of his work?


 

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  • Dogfish

    Dogfish

      «Anyway....Jalun was also able to work with Bill before he died. It was so nice to see the Pole raising again»

    28 Déc 2011
  • Nativenture TV

    Nativenture TV

      «I am trilled to find this video at NFB. It was made in 1979, some 30 years ago! The footage is invaluable and real. I truly appreciate that this beautiful film is available online. I started learning about Canadian West Coast Native Art about ten years ago. My interest has been increasing and I want to share my passion with the online community. During the Olympics in Vancouver, I created two videos explaining West Coast Native Art and Culture. You video is a great inspiration for me. I am hoping that my efforts will make a small contribution to the native art community. I would like to complaint Jack Long for his excellent documentary about Bill Reid. »

    31 Mar 2010

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