TWO BIG BEARS

TWO BIG BEARSKen Q. Li is a master sculptor whose work blends traditional Chinese carving techniques with Western artistic influences, resulting in distinctive wildlife sculptures inspired by the Canadian landscape. Formally trained in jade, marble, and soapstone carving, and recognized with Chinas highest certification for art and craft technicians, Ken brings exceptional skill and authenticity to every piece. Now based in Edmonton, his sculptures of bears, owls,

is celebrated for her acrylic paintings that explore Okanagan cultural identity and heritage

including bears

An additional reason to invest in Inuit sculpture is that each piece supports the continuation of Indigenous artistic practice and helps sustain Northern communities where this tradition remains a vital part of cultural and economic life

creating handcrafted pieces that celebrate organic beauty and unique imperfections

There is a lumbering power of these animals that see very little human interaction

He draws from numerous trips spent hiking

for Wallace: With best wishes + many thanks for your friendship

Stillness and isolation

with many paintings developed from time spent hiking

Birds are often seen as messengers between the physical and spirit worlds

Clifford transforms stones

and the relationship between people and place