Andrea Wilbur-Sigo, a member of the Squaxin Island Tribe and the SteChess family, is the first known Native woman carver in a long line of Coast Salish master carvers. Based in Shelton, Washington, her artistry spans beadwork, bentwood boxes, weaving, blankets, and large-scale carvings such as welcome figures and house posts. Guided by elders from an early age, Andrea has carried forward traditions while bringing her own voice to Coast Salish art.
Her award-winning work has been recognized across the Northwest and beyond, including honors at the Heard Museum Show and the Tacoma History Museum Native Art Show. In addition to exhibiting widely, Andrea is deeply committed to teaching Coast Salish art to both youth and adults, ensuring its vitality for future generations.
For Olympia’s Arts Walk, Andrea joins the Plant Relations mural project, expanding her creative practice into painting while continuing her dedication to cultural storytelling and community connection.
