In a studio filled with bold colors and cultural resonance, Rob Davis reflects on the stories that have shaped his journey—from roofer and bike mechanic to full-time artist and keeper of Nisga’a tradition. His work is rooted in presence, resistance, and deep cultural reclamation, blending lived experience with ancestral knowledge. As Rob paints, carves, and crafts jewelry, he’s doing more than creating art—he’s carrying forward a lineage interrupted by colonization, telling stories that have always been written in the shapes and lines of his people.

What started as a way for Dave Sandsmark to keep up with his kids on bikes turned into a lifelong passion that shaped his community. From launching Burnt Bikes in his basement to building world-class trails (sometimes with the help of unsuspecting shuttle passengers), Dave’s dedication to mountain biking runs deep. With unwavering local support, Burnt Bikes became BC’s Favourite Bike Shop—proving that small-town passion can make a big impact.