Everyday from 08/11/2018 to 08/12/2018Location:
Desert View Watchtower,
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MapTime: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PMFee Information: Free and open to the general publicContact Name: Christy NegeleContact Email:E-Mail Us More » Henry credits his uncle with teaching him the art of silversmithing, but he has been creating his own distinct style of jewelry for the past 20 years. Known for his silver bracelets and rings that are inlaid with natural stones, he also crafts necklaces, bolo ties and earrings.
"Love, light, and happiness are the keys to the universe. I try to express these keys in my artwork. Whether I am working with wood, metal, photography, or printmaking, I try to let these elements flow through me and into my work. Through my efforts I try to produce art that speaks to the inner soul of the viewer, in the hopes that they too will also use the talents they possess to further these ideas. I want to be able to use the creative process to capture the physical being of these elements, as they exist in nature. These concepts live in the hint of a smile, in the leaf of a plant, and in the movement of the wind and water. I am from the Hopi reservation in Northern Arizona. To the Hopi, water plays an important part of daily life. As dry farmers we rely on annual rain and snowfall to benefit our crops and orchards. Spirituality and ceremony are also a daily part of living, and being connected to place and nature has given me inspiration for my various types of expression. I have a vested interest in water issues as they pertain to native peoples and use the artistic process to express my love and concern for water and the related environmental issues surrounding this most precious resource. I have been an artist for over ten years, I am a river guide, environmental educator, and ethnobotanist, and have worked with various types of media and have exhibited my work in numerous shows and galleries." - Jonah Hill
The series at Grand Canyon National Park provides the opportunity for artisans from the park's 11 Traditionally Associated Tribes to share their history and traditional crafts with park visitors. Grand Canyon National Park is pleased to promote awareness and appreciation of the history and diverse cultures of the region. Our demonstrators help connect us to ancient peoples and provide insight into inter-tribal relationships.
This series is made possible with grants from Grand Canyon Association and ArtPlace America.
For more information about the ArtPlace America grant, please visit https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-tribal-heritage-grant.htm The grant will further arts and culture at Grand Canyon National Park by transforming Desert View into a place to celebrate, share, and learn about inter-tribal cultural heritage.
To learn more about Grand Canyon Association, the official nonprofit partner of Grand Canyon National Park, visit https://www.grandcanyon.org/
