Chris has studied History at the University of Victoria, and he has also completed a silversmithing course at Camosun College. He names his main influences as Harold Alfred, Francis Dick and Terrence Campbell. Chris is involved with Kwakwaka’wakw dance groups and has traveled internationally with them. He has also lectured at the university level about his cultural heritage and plans to continue his academic education to the graduate and doctorate levels while still creating his art in the medium of jewellery. Chris was featured at the 'Changing Hands: Art Without Reservation 2' exhibit at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, 2005. He is widely known for his silver and stone jewellery.