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| Raven's Circle, 1995. Copper.
This first Metals & Jewelry project was inspired by a traditional Northwest Coast story. The pretty little crab spider was just visiting.
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Green Ring, 1995. Sterling silver, moss agate.
Another Metals I project, and very wearable.
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| Winged Turtle Charm, 1995. Brass, glass beads.
Native American protection amulets inspired this die-formed pendant.
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Whirlwind Walker Shield, 1996. Copper, silver, brass.
The Plains Indians believe that a shield's protective power lies in its imagery rather than its materials. The silver band on this shield represents the sacred path of life, while the four eagle feathers stand for the cardinal directions.
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