Greg Henderson

Kwakwaka'wakw

Greg Henderson is a Kwakwaka'wakw Native Artist from the Wei Wai Kum First Nation of Campbell River. He was born on February 20, 1968, the youngest son of the late Ernie Henderson and grandson of the late master carver, Sam Henderson Sr. At the early age of 8, Greg began to learn to carve from his father sa well as from his uncles and mentors Mark and Bill Henderson, who are both well known and very collectable artists. Today he is a highly respected carver who has worked on international commissions as well as major restoration projects for the Kwaguilth Nation. He is well known for his interpretations of the legends of his people in his totem poles, masks, rattles and paintings. He has exhibited his work at major exhibitions in British Columbia, Oregon and California and is featured in some of the top Native Art Galleries.