Alfie J. Fishgap grew up estranged from his Native roots. Whilst always interested in art, Alfie’s doorway to West Coast Native artwork opened only recently.
A fateful day 8 years ago saw Alfie carve a ‘wild woman of the woods’.  It was during his journey with this piece that an Indian spirit of his western roots reached out to him.

Since then, Alfie embarked on an exploration of his roots and immersed himself in the styles and lore of Haida and Kwakiutl art. Alfie says he does not create his art; the art creates itself using his hands as the tools.
Like the dream time his ancestors revered, Alfie’s art speaks directly to him when he attends nature’s natural surroundings. It is not uncommon for Alfie to return from a foray into the woods harbouring a myriad of artistic inspiration within him. It is at these times that he is moved to create.

Alfie resides with his wife and his daughter in Holland Landing (near Toronto, Ontario). Alfie descends from the Salish First Nation.
Totems, spirit lures, masks, halibut hooks, boxes, canoe paddles; all are part of Alfie’s repertoire. His work exhibits Alfie’s heritage and the spirituality of his people.
Each piece is one of a kind meticulously designed, hand carved, burned, and painted in the traditional style of each tribe. Alfie’s artwork speaks to a new generation but still honours the traditions of the past.