Anderson, Fred Jr.
Fred was born in 1966 at Rivers Inlet, B.C., a village just east of the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Art was always a part of his life – even as a young child. He learned much from family and friends who were masters in the craft. Ross Hunt and David Gladstone provided guidance and helped to develop the talent that lay dormant during the turmoil years. He would not realize the value of this tutelage until decades later. Fred participated in the 2010 Olympic logo competition in 2005 and made the short list for his Heiltsuk "Spirit Bear" design called Awaken the Spirit. Fred now resides in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Fred has a story to tell with his art. “We are all spirit having a human experience. We are all here to walk each other home. I believe that all experiences, positive or negative, are stepping stones to personal improvement.”