CREATIVE PORTFOLIO
Explore my creative journey—from traditional formline art and beading to modern portraiture and fashion design
Keep Me in Mind
In Alaskan Native cultures, Forget Me Not flowers symbolize strength and resilience. These head pieces, crafted with traditional dentalium shells & pearls, draws inspiration from these flowers to honor the beauty and perseverance of Indigenous peoples.
I am here today, both physically and as an artist, because of my ancestors. These two headpieces represent my gratitude to all who came before me—their strength, the preservation of traditions, and my teachers who shared their knowledge. Forget us not— Dí gudjúu, keep us in mindwe are still here. Vision and final cut by Jaadaa Kuyaas, lens by Salma Perez & A’ngelee Clause.
I’m just me
Four pieces & visuals, including a traditional Ravenstail headband, Ravenstail earrings, leather shin guards, a contemporary dress inspired by a Haida tunic, and a veil.
Díi uu dii iij. I am learning what it means to be a traditional person in non-traditional spaces—how I can carry my traditional knowledge and love for contemporary art to create work that reflects my experiences and identities as an Indigenous person displaced from my homelands. Díi uu dii iij - I am just me. Vision, lens, and final cut by Jaadaa Kuyaas.
MATRIARCHS IN THE MAKING
Two baby bonnets adorned with dentallium shells, created in honor of my nieces. This work is a tribute to our next generation—an offering of love, tradition, and intention. Through this work, I aim to pour into the little ones around me, nurturing their strength while breaking cycles and carrying forward the beauty of who we are.Vision, lens, and final cut by Jaadaa Kuyaas.
PRECIOUS OIL
This piece is inspired by my sister’s Haida name, Stláay Táwaa Kuyáas, which translates to "precious hands dripping with oil.". My sisterhood and my community have kept me grounded and have been my strength, allowing me to remain physically & spirtually rooted to this earth.
My portfolio is a growing collection, currently featuring a few select projects. I’m in the process of expanding it with new work, including my next focus: wearable art, captured and expressed through visual storytelling and photography. Thank you for being here as I continue to evolve and create! <3