James Johnson (woodcarver) explained
James Johnson is a Tlingit artist from Juneau, Alaska who primarily practices traditional formline and carving.[1] [2]
Early life and background
Johnson was born into a family of Dakl’aweidi (Killerwhale Clan) of the Xutsnoowú Kwáan chiefs, notably Chief Gusht’eiheen (great-great-grandfather), Chief Jimmy Johnson (great-grandfather), and Chief Peter Johnson (grandfather). Johnson cites his ancestral history as having influenced his artistic career. His father, Franklin Johnson was the first to encourage him begin carving.[3]
Johnson is also a lifelong snowboarder, having grown up snowboarding every week at Eaglecrest Ski Area.[4]
Career
Johnson describes himself as a self-taught artist. In 2012, Johnson's work Tlingit Hawkman was selected by Nathan Jackson to be featured in the Celebration Juried Art Show.[5] In 2019, he was awarded First Place in Wood Sculpture at the SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market.[6] Johnson has since collaborated with brands such as Vans, Lib Technologies, and Google.[7] [8] [9]
His work has also been featured at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Sioux Indian Museum, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and the Interior Museum.[10] [11]
Notes and References
- Web site: About . 2022-12-31 . James Johnson . en-US.
- Web site: libtech . Tech . Lib . 2021-10-11 . James Johnson; a Double Dip In Master Artistry and Cultural Heritage . 2022-12-31 . Lib Tech Blog . en-US.
- Web site: 2021-03-31 . James Johnson - Santa Fe Indian Market . 2022-12-31 . en-US.
- Web site: FNRad Snowboard Podcast - James Johnson . 2022-12-31 . James Johnson . 23 November 2022 . en-US.
- Web site: Miller . Matt . June 29, 2012 . Native art reflects traditions, new media and techniques . 2022-12-31 . KTOO . en-US.
- Web site: Tlingit Artist James Johnson . 2022-12-31 . Port Townsend School of Woodworking . en-US.
- Web site: Yelverton . Lex . Alaska Native Tlingit artist collaborates with big brands . 2022-12-31 . www.alaskasnewssource.com . 28 November 2022 . en.
- Web site: 2022-11-03 . Celebrate Native American artists in Chrome and ChromeOS . 2022-12-31 . Google . en-us.
- Web site: nativemax . 2022-08-30 . Tlingit Artist James Johnson Collab with Vans on a Collection . 2022-12-31 . Native Max . en-US.
- Web site: Visual Language - James Johnson - Viewing Room - Indian Arts and Crafts Board Online Exhibits Viewing Room . 2022-12-31 . iacbmuseums-viewingroom.exhibit-e.art.
- Web site: 2022-01-31 . The Sioux Indian Museum to feature James Johnson in a Special Exhibition . 2022-12-31 . www.doi.gov . en.
