Jaimie Davis: Founder of Jada Collection & Northwest Coastal Artist
Producer:
Katy Tooth
Director:
Storm Carroll
Editor:
Maxine Shewan
Jaimie Davis is an multi-disciplinary artist from the Gitx̱san & Nisga'a Nations, her handcrafted Northwest Coast art is made under the label Jada Collection.
Jaimie Davis is a traditional cedar bark weaver, wood sculptor, painter and jewelry designer. Her company Jada Collection is a reflection of her and who she is as an Indigenous person. Jaimie creates beautiful art pieces that tell stories of her ancestors and celebrates her culture.
When Jaimie became a single mother she began considering a way to make an income at home while caring for her young son. She always loved creating things and felt a natural pull towards the path of an artist. Since starting the company, she has gone to school at the Frida Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art and continues to grow her business.
In 2021 Jada Collection won 'Best Solo-preneur' at the 2021 Small Business BC Awards.
Check out Jada Collection here:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jadacreations/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jadacreations
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