Quintana Galleries Native American Artist Series Maxine Matilpi from vest family crest Watch Video
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Description: Maxine Matilpi (b. 1956) was born in Alert Bay. She spent her early life in her home village of Kalugwis, located in the very center of Kwakwaka'wakw territory. There she learned her first language, Kwakwala, and was formally trained and educated in many aspects of traditional culture. Maxine has dedicated her talents to her people in order that their traditional culture remains vibrant and strong.nnAs a child, Maxine was encouraged to assist her mother, Jesse Matilpi (Wadidi), and other elders
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