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House of Carving

Gitxsan carving rooted in story, tradition, and generations of knowledge.

More Than Art.
A Living Tradition.

House of Carving is rooted in Indigenous tradition, storytelling, mentorship, and cultural preservation. Every piece carries generations of teachings, family history, and a deep connection to land and community.

Every carving carries story, history, territory and spirit.

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Carved by Culture

Honouring the people, the land, and the Skeena River.

More Than Carving.
More Than Craft.

House of Carving brings together traditional Indigenous carving, storytelling, mentorship, and grant writing to preserve culture and support community projects.

Traditional Carving

Original carvings inspired by heritage, stories, territory, and generations of teachings.

Grant Writing

Supporting Indigenous organizations and community initiatives through meaningful funding opportunities.

THE ARTIST

Meet Rupert Jeffrey

Master carver, cultural storyteller, mentor, and community leader dedicated to preserving Indigenous traditions through the art of carving.

HERITAGE

Carrying Gitxsan stories through every carving.

CRAFTSMANSHIP

A lifetime dedicated to traditional carving.

MENTORSHIP

Sharing knowledge with future generations.

FEATURED COLLECTIONS

Stories Carved Into Wood

Traditional Masks

Symbolic carvings carrying ancestral teachings and stories.

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Totem Poles

Powerful monuments representing family, heritage, and identity.

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Wall Panels

Decorative works blending craftsmanship with storytelling.

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THE STORY BEHIND THE WORK

Every Piece Begins With A Story

At House of Carving, every work begins long before the first cut is made. Each piece is rooted in tradition, inspired by ancestral teachings, and carefully shaped to carry stories forward for future generations.
From selecting the cedar to carving each detail by hand, every creation reflects culture, identity, and a deep respect for the knowledge passed down through generations.
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The Inspiration

Stories, teachings and ancestral memories .

The Material

Cedar is selected with care, purpose, and respect.

The Carving

Each detail is shaped patiently by skilled hands.

The Meaning

Symbols and forms cultural identity

COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP

Passing Knowledge Beyond The Carving..

House of Carving is committed to preserving Indigenous culture by protecting and sharing the traditional knowledge, stories, teachings, and practices that have been carried through generations.

Through mentorship, cultural education, and storytelling, knowledge is passed from one generation to the next, creating opportunities to learn, understand, and remain connected to cultural traditions.

  • Traditional Craftsmanship
  • Cultural Education
  • Mentorship & Teaching
  • Youth Development
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Carrying Tradition Forward

Let's Create Something That Will Outlive Us.

Sharing generations of knowledge through cedar, story, and teaching.

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THE PROCESS

How We Bring Stories To Life.

Initial Conversation

We begin by listening to your story, ideas, and aspirations to understand the meaning behind your project.

Concept Development

Sketches, symbolism, and cultural elements are thoughtfully explored to shape the vision.

Creation Process

Each piece is handcrafted with patience, respect, and attention to every meaningful detail.

Delivery & Legacy

The finished work becomes part of your story—preserving culture for generations to come.