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We
had the opportunity to meet the Morris family of Winslow,
Arizona at a Native-American Festival in Sedona. We were
very impressed with their workmanship and decided to bring
this beautiful jewelry to our family and friends in the Midwest.
The Morris' are a Navajo family who have been
Silversmiths
for over 30 years. Justin and Irene Morris began the
business
and have taught each of their four children, Charles, Luskey,
Calamity and Katurah the art of Silversmithing. Each of them
has a distinctive style in their work. Charles has won numerous
awards and is featured in Jacka's book, Enduring Traditions.
Many of the Morris' pieces have an eagle feather and shell on
them. The eagle feather represents life and the shell
represents
protection.Click
the image below for a larger photograph.
The Jackson's are a Navajo family
from Chinle, Arizona. Gene
Jackson was taught to be a Silversmith by his father, who had
been taught by Old Smith. The Jackson's polish many of their
own stones and envelope these stones in silver.
Click the image below for a larger
photograph.
Patrick Smith is a Navajo artisan
from Flagstaff, Arizona.
Patrick uses multiple techniques such as hollowform,
reticulation, mokume and marriage of metals. He is best
known for his hold and elegant sculptured forms. Patrick's
work is featured in Jerry Jacka's books, Enduring Traditions
and Navajo Jewelry, A Legacy of Silver and Stone.
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