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6 MEET THE ARTISTS 1. 100% of the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists 2. All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products 3. Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging 4. Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging 5. Artists are paid in fees and royalties "Our art retells our ancestors' stories about our connection to the land that we have respectfully lived on for thousands of years." Francis Horne Sr. Coast Salish "Art is central in our traditions and expresses who we are as a people. I am honoured to be an artist and share our culture with the world." Ernest Swanson Haida "I am delighted to share my art, which will hopefully touch people in a positive way and add to their day." Nicole La Rock Coast Salish "I am honoured to share my culture and appreciate when people show their respect by using products that feature my designs." Allan Weir Haida "Our stories and traditions are woven into our textiles. These woven designs reflect our ancestral traditions and our connection to nature." Leila Stogan Musqueam, Coast Salish "My passion is to share Coast Salish art with my family, community and beyond. I am very touched when passing down this cultural legacy to my grandchildren." Maynard Johnny Jr. Coast Salish, Kwakwaka'wakw "Art is an intimate connection to our history, identity and our community. I am honoured to continue our traditions and to share them." Morgan Asoyuf Ts'msyen (Tsimshian) "I create art that connects me to my family, our traditions and our spirit of continuity." Simone Diamond Coast Salish