James Leslie

Country/Region: Northwest Coast (view other artists)

Tribe: Métis

James Leslie (b. 1952) of Métis descent, began carving in early adulthood. He has trained with such renowned artists as Tony Hunt Jr., Pat Amos, and Gene Brabant.

James Leslie specializes in masks and rattles most often carved in red cedar. His work is well rooted in the traditions of the Kwakwaka'wakw and the Bella Coola cultural groups.

James Leslie's art can be found in both private and corporate collections in various countries. In Victoria, his carvings have been included in several group exhibitions. He is adept at miniature masks and has created an original work for the annual Tribal Miniatures exhibitions at Alcheringa Gallery in Victoria, BC.

SELECTED EXHIBITIONS

1993 Tribal Miniatures '93, first annual exhibition, Alcheringa Gallery, Victoria, BC

1994 Tribal Miniatures: Gems of the Northwest Coast, annual exhibition, Alcheringa Gallery, Victoria, BC

1996 Tribal Miniatures: Treasures of the Northwest Coast, annual exhibition, Alcheringa Gallery, Victoria, BC

2000 Tribal Miniatures '00, annual exhibition, Alcheringa Gallery, Victoria, BC

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