Roger Smith is a contemporary Haida artist from Masset, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia. His work is part of the Northwest Coast art tradition, expressed through design, printmaking, and wood carving.

Born on January 6, 1984, Roger is a member of the Eagle clan (Tsaalth Laanaas). His Haida name, *Naad Kaa,wang*, translates to “walking away from trouble into the sunset,” reflecting values carried through his artistic practice. He trained at the Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art, where he developed skills across multiple mediums, including carving masks, paddles, and bowls.

Roger’s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums such as the Terrace Art Gallery and the Kitimat Museum. He has received scholarships and awards for his work and has apprenticed under established Haida artists. Alongside fine art, his designs appear on blankets, apparel, and accessories through creative collaborations, extending Haida visual language into contemporary forms.

Roger Smith continues to contribute to the living tradition of Haida art, sharing cultural knowledge through both functional objects and fine art.