Thinking: How has your awareness of Coast Salish Art in our community changed? Be specific and give at least one example.

My awareness of Coast Salish Art has changed because before I thought that they were simply animal drawings with shapes in them. After this project I learned that each animal has a significance behind each animal for example the hummingbird symbolizes joy. Another example was that the salmon was the giver because it provides a lot in indigenous cultures. Lastly, I learned that the shapes were used to replicate the features of the animals. Overall now I have a better understanding of Coast Salish. This has also increased my admiration for Coast Salish Art’s beauty, stories, and uniqueness.