CULTURAL GROUP:
Tlingit

BORN:
1960 (d. September 2022)

BIRTHPLACE:
Dawson City, Yukon

Mark Preston began his study of engraving precious metals with renowned Gitksan artist, Phil Janzé, while attending K’san in Hazelton, BC. He drew inspiration from both European art and Northwest Coast art. In the realm of Native art, Mark was influenced by the works of artists such as Bill Reid, Robert Davidson, and Roy Henry Vickers. Recently, he had been creating large-scale glass pieces in addition to his jewellery.