Kolten is a multidisciplinary artist raised in the village of Xwemelch’stn (Capilano Reserve). He comes from the Baker family and belongs to the House of Liłuwagila. His lineage extends through the Musgamagw Dzawada’enuxw, Kwagulth, Tlowitsis, Squamish, and N’Quatqua St’at’imc Nations. He is also a descendant of esteemed ancestors George Hunt of Fort Rupert and Mary Ebbetts (Anislaga) of the Tlingit Tongass, as well as Chief Shakes of Wrangell, Alaska.
Rooted in a rich cultural heritage, Kolten has dedicated his life to art. Guided by the teachings of his ancestors, he works across diverse media including silver jewelry, digital art, printmaking, and traditional cedar wood carving.
Kolten trained under master artists Klathe Bhi and Kevin Cranmer. His work has been exhibited and collected in galleries across the Northwest Coast of British Columbia, with commissions reaching international audiences. He is the recipient of the 2025 YVR Artist Award. His practice is driven by a commitment to create for his community and ceremonies, carrying a deep responsibility to share his artistic and cultural knowledge with future generations.
