 |
| Indi.Ears/ Necklace Designs Photo courtesy of artist, Venaya Yazzie ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2017 |
Today I post a image of a recent necklace pendant I completed.
I call this series of jewelry my Indi.Ears/ Necklace Designs. The items include earrings, pendents and other wearable art. They are all inspired by the Southwestern cultural iconic women and various materials used often by both Navajo and Pueblo people who make jewelry, but also who use such items for ceremonial purposes.
These items are made using a wood piece base. The imagery depicted on each piece celebrates either a Navajo, Pueblo or Apache woman historical image. I have always adored looking and studying such historical images, especially to gazed at their 'indigenous adornment' status.
Once I have settled on an image I then choose the additional materials to add to the piece. I use various cultural materials such as: abalone shell, heishe shell beads, turquoise, coral, jet among other items. Each jewelry piece has a grand narrative behind it.
If you would like to view more of my Indi.Ears/ Necklace Designs please visit my online gallery and store at:
Blessings
