Journal
The unique styles and designs associated with Native American jewelry are the modern expression of years of tradition. Culture and community encircle that tradition with the artist creating through the lens of both the past and the present. It is one of the traits which makes Native American art important in the preservation of ancient […]
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In honor of Memorial Day weekend we each have many stories about loved ones that have served their lives in honor of this country. Whether they are grandfathers, uncles, fathers, cousins, brothers and sisters. In our family the stories I grew up hearing where of sacrifices of lives lost and damaged souls to historical involvement […]
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I am the third daughter to Bill and Pearl Sunrise. My mother is Pearl Sunrise, Weaver, Educator, Diné Historian …my father was Bill Sunrise Architect, Jeweler, Community Organizer in Cultural Arts & Performance from the Pueblo of Santo Domingo. When people ask me where I grew up, it always makes me laugh because all I […]
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Art and adornment have a long history in the southwest. To understand that, one only has to look at the tradition of “heishi” or shell necklaces. They have been an expression of culture in this area for thousands of years and some believe they are the oldest form of jewelry found in New Mexico. Heishi […]
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Once upon a time we learned everything from our parents or grandparents. Our ethics, perception and even profession were handed down from our ancestors. Family still plays a key role in shaping our morals and culture however it is now days it has less influence on profession. With modern education and career choices in America the apples seem […]
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