Opening Reception: Friday, August 2, 6–8 p.m.
Free Artist Talk: Saturday, August 3, 3–4 p.m.
Free Farsi Tour: Saturday, August 24, 3:30 p.m.

The Ferry Building Gallery is thrilled to present “Touch of Culture: Spirit of the West Coast,” an exhibition featuring the fashion of artist and designer Himikalas Pamela Baker. This exhibit will highlight her dresses and evening wear, showcasing one-of-a-kind pieces that narrate the historical journey of Himikalas as a fashion designer. Her innovative techniques, such as laser cutting and sublimation, create distinctive and captivating textile designs.

Highly accomplished Indigenous Artist and Designer with 45 years of traditional knowledge and teachings of her family lineage. Himikalas is a successful entrepreneur and owner-operator of Touch of Culture, TOC Legends Designs. For the past 31 years, she has garnered extensive experience in fashion design, fashion show production, marketing, retailing, coaching, production, and delegation of an array of art projects, including the design of clothing and jewelry. Since the age of five, Himikalas has practiced her traditions and culture, and the traditional teachings are incorporated into all her designs and projects. It’s her lifelong commitment to continue to study and create work inspired by her ancestors.

Visitors can also explore our shop area featuring Himikalas’ porcelain jewellery, leather earrings and bracelets, and ready-to-wear items such as scarves, ponchos, kimonos, and leather vessels. Himikalas Pamela Baker is the featured artist for the 2024 Harmony Arts Festival.

Image: Georgie Lawson