Richard Krentz Hummingbird Jewelry Collection

Richard Krentz, whose name is kwatam-us in the Coast Salish language of the Sechelt nation, is a man of two worlds: he is one of Canda's most renowned Aboriginal artists.

Each animal in Northwest Coast First Nations culture represents and symbolizes human traits, personality and values.

View our Native Symbols and Totems page to find other animals and the art and jewelry created by First Nations artists that are inspired by nature.