George Walkus

Place: Fort Rupert

Born: 1921

Death: 1983

Biography:

George Walkus was a Kwakwaka'wakw artist born in Fort Rupert, British Columbia, Canada in 1921. He was a master carver and painter, known for his traditional Northwest Coast Indian art style. Walkus was also a respected cultural leader and teacher, who played a significant role in preserving and promoting Kwakwaka'wakw art and culture. He died in 1983.