Interpretations
- Marlana Williams
- Sep 21, 2017
- 1 min read

Sanford Williams uses animals and elements in his carvings to represent emotions, actions, traditions, and relationships. The following is common to Nuu Chah Nulth west coast native art.
Bear – self-awareness, strength, protector of the animal kingdom
Beaver – understanding and respect for nature, good work ethic, strong sense of family
Butterfly – accept change, balance, grace, symbol of beauty
Dragonfly – accept change, transformation, swiftness, self-understanding, emotional maturity
Eagle – grace, power, intellect, foresight, chieftainship, guidance, strength
Frog – cleansing, peace, rebirth, good fortune, divine power, magic
Halibut – promise of abundant food source
Heron – grace, purity, patience, long life
Hummingbird – beauty, intelligence, love, joy, friendship, playfulness
Kingfisher – prosperity and love from within
Loon – tranquility, communication, serenity, generosity
Moon – guardian of earth, protector of humans at night, vision, direction, guidance, moods
Octopus – sea spirit helper, powerful, enigmatic
Owl – wisdom, foresight, keeper of sacred knowledge, guardianship
Raven – change in life, creativity, humour, teacher of right from wrong, bringer of light
Salmon – instinct, determination, persistence, abundance, wealth, prosperity, good luck (in pairs)
Sun – healing, energy, life
Thunderbird – power, protection, vigilantism
Whale – kindness, intelligence, compassion, romance, family values, unity in numbers
Wind – great power, strength, endurance, movement, inter-connection of all living things
Wolf – relationships, teamwork, perseverance, intuition, success, wisdom, loyalty, balance, protection
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