Recently a Red White
and Blue Antler peace pipe was sold to the Pentagon for giving to
dignitaries after the Iraqi
Freedom war. They said they purchase several pipes
at other stores before but they
never found
such quality and ordered five more. One of Lavernes Peace pipes is
featured on the cover of a Children's Book to be published in the Spring
of 2004 by Capstone Press Entitled "Chief Red Cloud". His work is displayed in the Heard
Museum. We have had
numerous compliments on Lavernes work. Laverne Little is Lakota Sioux.
Jake
Stone
Jake
Stone “One Feather’, Native American Artist, reflects the heritage, tradition
and culture passed down to him by his Lakota (Sioux) Elders, in each
piece of
art he brings to life.
Jake,
a humble man, believes that what he creates with his hands is not of
talent,
yet a gift on loan from “Tunkasila Wakan Tonka” Grand Father, “Great
Spirit”
Jake
is a firm believer in tradition, and it is reflected in whatever
artifact he
creates. Along with each piece comes a story.
He will explain the truth and
significance of culture, history and tradition, so don't count on
plastic
beads,
multicolored feathers and other non-Indian like articles, found on
souvenirs.
What you can count on is museum quality art.
One
of Jake’s specialties is traditional River Cane Flutes.
These flutes are
handcrafted and fully tuned, and have found their way to traditional
Native
American Flutists,
including Carlos Nakai. Jake’s
cane flutes are on display in the HeardMuseum.
Another
is Peace pipes Jake
builds
his pipes for use.
When
you meet him you can feel the spirit surrounding him, because whatever
he does,
he does in a good way.
Leo
Holiday
I attended boarding school
on the reservation until 7th grade.
Went off the res, and completed my schooling. Have a 2 year
degree in electronics.
I started making these items, about 4 years ago, and source of 2nd
income, and made it a hobby.
I am Navaho, from the
Monument Valley area. Born at home.
I know the life on the reservation, no running water, electricity, or
any type of utility.
We do have running water now, and some utilities. With the
exception of cable.
I am the 4th in a family of
7 kids. Two sister, and 4 brothers(two of which are not here any
longer).
I am from the Red House clan.
