Virgil Sampson is a Coast Salish artist from the Tsartlip Nation and Nez Perce Territory. Virgil enjoys creating in many different mediums, including painting, and print-making as well as drum-making, and in both traditional and contemporary Coast Salish design.
Virgil Sampson is a true advocate for art being made and seen by all. At the demonstration, his excitement was apparent as he greeted guests into the Gallery from behind a large table showcasing his varying reverent, playful and colourful designs. Virgil spent the evening showing his appreciation of the traditional art of drum-making, as well as teaching about the significance of drums in Indigenous culture, and the importance of artists within Indigenous culture.
Participants were encouraged to pick up tools, feel the materials and learn some of his methods as Virgil spoke and guided curious creatives along. It was a thoughtful, fun and intimate gathering highlighted by a sense of cultural pride and valuable sharing.
If you were unable to make it to the demonstration, please enjoy this visual recap of the evening:
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Feature Image: Coast Salish Artist, Virgil Sampson. All images in this article, courtesy of AGGV.
