Kari Morgan, of Nisga’a (House of Kw’isk’ayn), European, and Métis heritage, is a sculptor, painter, and designer whose multidisciplinary practice bridges tradition and innovation. Trained at the Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art under master carvers Dempsey Bob, Stan Bevan, and Ken McNeil, Kari explores the dynamic relationship between contemporary expression and traditional form.
Kari believes Northwest Coast art is more than visual language—it is medicine for the soul. Her work honours ancestral knowledge while sharing the strength of her culture to inspire new narratives. Through exhibitions across BC and the Pacific Northwest, she uplifts Indigenous voices and invites deeper understanding. Named the 2025 Crabtree McLennan Emerging Artist, Kari is a powerful new voice shaping the future of Indigenous art.