Jason LaClair, a lifelong resident of Whatcom County, draws from his Lummi and Nooksack heritage to create art that resonates deeply with Indigenous traditions and modern aesthetics. Initiated into the art world by family members who were master carvers and working artists, LaClair has journeyed from creating small prints sold door-to-door to designing impactful public murals in Bellingham, Ferndale and San Juan Island. Committed to community engagement, he aspires to pave the way for future Indigenous artists, emphasizing the transformative power of art to connect communities and preserve cultural heritage.
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