CULTURAL GROUP:
Nuu-chah-nulth
BORN:
April 9, 1973
BIRTHPLACE:
Port Alberni, BC
Ivan Thomas began his career in 1994, and has successfully created a body of work that includes sterling silver, yellow, and white gold. His jewellery is characterized by deep gouging and bold formline design. Ivan trained under Haisla artist Derek Wilson. He is beginning to learn to work with stones and glass as well. In August of 2007, Ivan created his first limited edition print.
