Bill Reid is a well-known Haida artist who is mixed with white and Haida. Reid grew up in DC and Alaska but discovered his Haida heritage from his grandfather. He had the opportunity to build some Haida houses for the University of British Columbia. He revived a lot of Haida art pieces as well. There is some controversy with Reid and Native Haida people, mainly having to do with politics. For example, the native Haida people think that the piece Reid created of the Raven opening a clam shell has been over popularized in Canada, and this is a very powerful piece to Haida people.
During ceremonies, Haida Potlatch is done as a way of repaying guest. The Haida prepare gifts to show their financial power. For example, the flat-shapped coppers
During ceremonies, Haida Potlatch is done as a way of repaying guest. The Haida prepare gifts to show their financial power. For example, the flat-shapped coppers