Maynard Johnny is a Coast Salish artist who has been studying and working since the age of seventeen. He has been inspired by many Northwest Coast artists and particularly admires Robert Davidson, the late great Art Thompson and Mark Henderson.

Maynard is principally involved in graphic work, but is also designing and creating jewellery in silver and gold. Throughout his career Maynard has also been interested in, and enjoyed working with wood. He has carved a number of masks and panels.

Maynard has designed a number of logos for several Native organizations as well as other companies or businesses. His designs have garnered him a number of awards in logo contests.