Matthew Nicolai uses a simple loop of string to create connections and tell traditional stories.

A modern fashion designer and skin sewer, Golga Oscar draws inspiration from stories passed down to him from generations of Elders and ancestors.

Martin Paul says his music and videos are supposed to offer a sense of healing, joy, and gratitude.

Steve Stone finds unique ways to piece together whale bone, driftwood, and other natural materials to create the masks, carvings, and sculptures he’s known for.

Merna Lomack Wharton takes a conservative approach with her signature touches as she pieces together regalia based on her great-grandmother’s design.

Ryan Bukowski’s uniquely carved and scrimshawed walrus tusks highlight his values, which center on hunting, fishing, and traditional ways.