IRRESISTIBLE FETISHES by 14 different carvers – different textures and feelings in each piece.
Newsletters – One of One
The 'One of One' series was developed to explain and celebrate the relationships that exist and make so much of Zuñi fetishes (and jewelry) so interesting. This information is contained in a series of irregular published newsletters over the past four years and now continuing to be published periodically. There is much to glean from these informative articles and accompanying photos.
CLAUDIA PEINA works in both stone and antler. Her most expressive carvings are a host of different poses of ‘jubilant’ bears.
MAXX AND WILLARD LAATE create some of the most interesting images using mostly deer antler and some elk antler sheds (that Willard finds). These are some of their latest pieces
Great carvings – some recently-purchased, some personally collected and some that might intrigue you.
Claudia Peina is best known for the large variety of bear poses that she has created over the past many years. This article features her larger sized whimsical bears.
ZUNI CLUSTER JEWELRY is the epitome of seminal designs, exacting stone work, expert craftsmanship,and breathtaking beauty. Lorraine and Luwayne Waatsa are currently the premier craftsmen of this work. They represent the merging of several distinguished Zuni bloodlines of such artistry.