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GINNY HALL
As one of Canada's finest "scrimshanders", Ginny Hall has developed a unique style, influenced by the wild beauty of British Columbia. With a degree in Environmental Science and an obvious love for nature, she has focused her work on fossilized mammoth ivory. These prehistoric tusks have been preserved in the far north for thousands upon thousands of years.
Scrimshaw, the technique of etching onto polished ivory and then applying ink to the porous lines, first blossomed with the efforts of the 17th century whalers. This intricate and collectable art form has since evolved into highly prized works done by artists of the Pacific Northwest and is now known for its colorful images and fine detail.
Ginny lives in the interior of British Columbia and her work continually finds its way into art collections throughout the world. Her work can be found exclusively on Salt Spring Island at Steffich Fine Art.
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