About Barry Wilson
Born 1952. Barry Wilson is an artist.
Barry Wilson (born 1952) is a Haisla artist from British Columbia who specialises in carving and jewellery.
Along with others, Wilson carved the replacement totem pole that was exchanged for the original, stolen from the Haisla community. His work is on display at the Canadian Museum of History.
Early life and education Wilson was born in May 22, 1952 in Kitimat, British Columbia. His grandfather Gordon Robertson started to teach him carving at the age of five years and his uncle Henry Robertson continued teaching Barry and his brother Derek (1950-2011 ) in the late 1950's.
Wilson started jewellery making and silkscreening in 1978. in anticipation of a successful negotiated solution. Wilson and others were featured in the National Film Board of Canada documentary Totem: The Return of the G’psgolox Pole.
His 2010 piece Raven Spirit Rattle is exhibited at the Canadian Museum of History.
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Who is Barry Wilson?
haisla carver and artist
When was Barry Wilson born?
Barry Wilson was born in 1952.
What is Barry Wilson's occupation?
Barry Wilson is an artist.
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