Legacy Lines" is a collection born from the spaces where people, place, and culture meet and meld. Inspired by the teachings of my late grandfather, Robert ‘Gaya’ Hall, who often spoke of how all the shapes in our art are found in nature. It is a tribute to the ways nature itself shapes our cultural lines and the profound insights woven into each curve and contour.
Echoed U Earrings
The Echoed U Earrings are inspired by the unique beauty of the formline art style that is distinct to the Pacific Northwest Coast Nations. This design showcases the Split U shape—a formline element that doesn’t depict any specific figure but pays homage to the artform itself.
In traditional formline compositions, curving lines, like the U-shapes and S-shapes, define both the positive and negative spaces, creating a harmonious balance within each piece. The Echoed U takes this foundational art element and presents it in a bold, contemporary way, allowing fans and supporters of my work to celebrate this artform as wearable art.
The U-shape here is a nod to the primary and secondary formlines, traditionally represented in black and red. By reinterpreting this split U, I wanted to offer something modern yet rooted, an opportunity for people to connect with formline art through a fresh perspective. This piece serves as both an adornment and a bridge to the unique cultural expressions of the Pacific Northwest, offering wearers a chance to carry the legacy of formline with them, wherever they go.
Formline Cascade Earrings
The Formline Cascade Earrings are a bold, stacked tribute to Pacific Northwest Coast artistry, designed for those who embrace both cultural pride and contemporary elegance. This layered arrangement of the split U-shapes brings the beauty of traditional formline elements into a modern, eye-catching statement piece.
Crafted for those who love to make a statement, each earring features cascading U-shapes, a nod to the foundational forms that define our cultural art. The Formline Cascade embodies both ancestral respect and modern style, allowing wearers to celebrate their roots while adding a touch of drama to any look. Perfect for the bougie femme who wants to carry the legacy of formline with grace and power.
This collection stands on the foundation of knowledge passed down to me—a reverence for people, place, and the organic shapes that echo through our lives and into our art. "Legacy Lines" is both a tribute and an invitation to explore these sacred connections, celebrating the rich diversity and unity found within each line.
View our other previews of The Flow Earrings and the Coastal Tides Earrings while you wait and get ready for November 20th!