Kelly Cannell is a Coast Salish artist from the Musqueam Nation in Vancouver, BC. Her work reflects the rich cultural traditions, history, and identity of Coast Salish peoples of the Pacific Northwest.
Kelly’s artistic journey began at the age of 12 when she started to collaborate with her mother, renowned artist Susan Point. Over time she developed a passion for various mediums, most notably carving, painting, print making and metal sculpture.
Artists like Kelly Cannell play an important role in sharing Indigenous stories, values, and perspectives. Her work expresses connections to the land, the ocean, ancestral knowledge, and community relationships.