David Neel

CULTURAL GROUP:
Kwakwaka'wakw

BORN:
April 7, 1960

BIRTHPLACE:
Vancouver, BC

David Neel's crests are Thunderbird and Killerwhale. He comes from a family that is rich in history and artistic skill. His father is Dave Neel Sr., his great uncle is acclaimed artist Mungo Martin, his great-great-great grandfather is Charlie James, and his grandmother is renowned artist Ellen Neel. His widely exhibited work includes jewellery, masks, drums, poles, original paintings, limited edition prints, glass etching, regalia, and photos appearing in several magazines. David's formal training in Fine Arts was at the University of Kansas and at Mount Royal College, Alberta. Following a career as a professional photographer in Texas, David returned to Canada in the early 1990s, and conceived two important projects: one documenting works and images of First Nations elders, and the other promoting the revival of the Northwest Coast great dugout canoe. David's talents are diverse, and he is dedicated to promoting and preserving his Kwakwaka'wakw heritage. In 2019, he was featured in the landmark publication Understanding Northwest Coast Indigenous Jewelry by author Alex Dawkins. In 2020, he published his own book titled The Way Home which was nominated for the Hilary Weston Writers' Trust Prize for Nonfiction.

Abstract Thunderbird - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

Abstract Thunderbird - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

David Neel

$400.00

Raven Falling From the Sky World - Red Cedar Mask

Raven Falling From the Sky World - Red Cedar Mask

David Neel

$8,500.00

Raven - Silver Pendant with Abalone

Raven - Silver Pendant with Abalone

David Neel

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Just Say No - Framed Limited Edition Print

Just Say No - Framed Limited Edition Print

David Neel

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Eagle - Silver Pendant with Rubies

Eagle - Silver Pendant with Rubies

David Neel

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Man Transforming into Bukwis - Red Cedar Mask

Man Transforming into Bukwis - Red Cedar Mask

David Neel

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Mountain Goat Hunter - Red Cedar Mask

Mountain Goat Hunter - Red Cedar Mask

David Neel

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Eagle - Silver Bracelet with 14k Gold

Eagle - Silver Bracelet with 14k Gold

David Neel

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Loon in Love - Silver Pendant with Sapphires

Loon in Love - Silver Pendant with Sapphires

David Neel

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Raven Steals Daisies - Silver Pendant with Rubies

Raven Steals Daisies - Silver Pendant with Rubies

David Neel

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In Search of the Sweetest Nectar - Silver Pendant with Sapphires

In Search of the Sweetest Nectar - Silver Pendant with Sapphires

David Neel

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Hummingbird - Silver Pendant with 14k Gold

Hummingbird - Silver Pendant with 14k Gold

David Neel

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Bear Mother - Silver Pendant with 14k Gold

Bear Mother - Silver Pendant with 14k Gold

David Neel

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Octopi Mates - Silver Pendant with 14k Gold

Octopi Mates - Silver Pendant with 14k Gold

David Neel

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Dragonfly - Silver Bracelet

Dragonfly - Silver Bracelet

David Neel

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Raven Eatting a Hummingbird Egg - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

Raven Eatting a Hummingbird Egg - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

David Neel

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Hummingbird and Wolf Transformation - Silver Pendant with Ruby

Hummingbird and Wolf Transformation - Silver Pendant with Ruby

David Neel

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Hummingbird and Orca Transformation - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

Hummingbird and Orca Transformation - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

David Neel

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Raven and Light - Silver Pendant

Raven and Light - Silver Pendant

David Neel

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Hummingbird - Silver Pendant

Hummingbird - Silver Pendant

David Neel

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Hummingbird - Silver Pendant

Hummingbird - Silver Pendant

David Neel

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Eagle - Silver Pendant with Sapphires

Eagle - Silver Pendant with Sapphires

David Neel

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Wolf - Silver Pendant with Rubies

Wolf - Silver Pendant with Rubies

David Neel

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Hummingbird - Silver Pendant with Diamonds

Hummingbird - Silver Pendant with Diamonds

David Neel

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Eagle - Silver Pendant

Eagle - Silver Pendant

David Neel

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Wolf Transforming - Silver Pendant with Turquoise

Wolf Transforming - Silver Pendant with Turquoise

David Neel

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Octopus - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

Octopus - Silver Pendant with Sapphire

David Neel

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Raven Releasing the Sun - 18k Gold Pendant with Turquoise

Raven Releasing the Sun - 18k Gold Pendant with Turquoise

David Neel

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One Earth, Four Races - 2020 Charity Box

One Earth, Four Races - 2020 Charity Box

David Neel

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Raven - Silver Pendant with Abalone

Raven - Silver Pendant with Abalone

David Neel

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Loon - Silver Pendant with Saphire

Loon - Silver Pendant with Saphire

David Neel

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Wolf - Silver Pendant with Ruby

Wolf - Silver Pendant with Ruby

David Neel

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Eagle - Silver Pendant

Eagle - Silver Pendant

David Neel

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Hummingbird - Silver Pendant Abalone

Hummingbird - Silver Pendant Abalone

David Neel

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Bear - Silver Pendant with Abalone

Bear - Silver Pendant with Abalone

David Neel

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Sun - Silver Bracelet

Sun - Silver Bracelet

David Neel

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