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Jaloowa
Working primarily in yellow cedar, Chris Friesen (Jaloowa) is a early career Salish artist focusing on sculptural carving with a particular interest in mask-making. Drawn to the material for its ability to hold fine detail and produce clean, precise cuts, he continues to explore both yellow and red cedar as core mediums in his practice.
Jaloowa's development has been shaped through mentorship with established Coast Salish artist Gerry Sheena, who introduced a deeper understanding of Coast Salish design principles. Further training with Phil Gray refined their attention to detail and symmetry, emphasizing precision in form and balance, particularly in the carving of masks and relief work.
Jaloowa's earliest inspiration came from their late great-uncle, George 'Chucky' McKay, a carver who worked publicly on Robson Street in Vancouver alongside a group known as the “Robson Tribe.” Early exposure to this environment sparked a lasting interest in Northwest Coast carving, leading the artist to begin carving independently by studying and replicating McKay’s work. Additional inspiration comes from artists such as Klatle-Bhi, whose mask work continues to influence his aspirations.
Eagle and Salmon Panel
Jaloowa (Salish)
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Eagle is an ...
$2,400.00
Killer Whale and Salmon Paddle
Jaloowa (Salish)
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Killer Whale...
$2,300.00
Moon Bentwood Box
Jaloowa (Salish)
Base measurements: 6" W x 6" D Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporat...
Base measurements: 6" W x 6" D Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and ar...
$1,000.00
Salmon Paddle
Jaloowa (Salish)
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Salmon was a...
$1,500.00
Portrait Mask
Jaloowa (Salish)
Nlaka'pamux (Salish) Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures...
Nlaka'pamux (Salish) Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descr...
$1,400.00
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Wolf is a pr...
$800.00
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