Free artist talk with Himikalas Pamela Baker
Himikalas (Hi-mi-ka-las) Pamela Baker is a fashion Designer/Artist/Entrepreneur of Squamish/Kwakiutl/Tlingit/Haida. She is the owner of Touch of Culture, TOC Legends Designs, and Copperknot Jewelry. Pam grew up on the Capilano Indian "Xwemelch'stn" reserve in West Vancouver where she continues to inspire and mentor the youth. Pam received her BFA in fashion design from Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. Hi-mi-ka-las received two prestigious awards, N.A.M.S.B (menswear), and the Arthur Gilbert Award, the top award in Evening wear. TOC Legends (Touch of Culture) is located on the Capilano Reserve. Her work will be on display at the Ferry Building Gallery from August 2 to September 1, 2024.