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Yesterday, Rendo member ocoee53 posted the image "Knapping" that took me back to when I was a kid. My dad, being part Indian and very much into Indian craft work has always had some sort of new project going. One was carving arrowheads like ocoee53 had posted. After I had commented, ocoee53 mentioned he'd like to see some of my dads work, so here are some shots...Enjoy! :-)
1. An assortment of the different styles baskets and boxes...they are all made of birch bark, the darker ones here have had images etched into the sides for decoration. He uses Sweet Grass and roots to sew the boxes together. The others here are decorated with porcupine quills.
2. Knives he has carved in entirety. He uses antler allot of the time for his handles.
3. Different shapes of the etched basket, he uses water and a knife to scrape designs into the birch bark.
4. Set of four boxes I took shots of for him at one time. If you can think it, he usually can put it on a box, or knife handle, cane, whatever. lol
5. These three boxes are kinda special. Dad has always said he'd make us a box each with something we would like on them. The first one here is the one he made me with the black bear, second is my younger sisters, this is one of the first designs dad started putting on boxes and the third with the rose is my youngest sisters (lunchlady on Rendo).
6. Number six are a few canes dad has carved.
He does much more as well...and I've only just touched the surface as to how much work and effort goes into making any one of the items shown. You should see his bead work! I hope you enjoyed them!
Comments (57)
Meisiekind
Excellent collage of your dad's wonderful work! He certainly is a wonderful artist in his own right! :)
1358
some days, we have to touch what our loved ones touched so that we have a connection with them..... your father's work is well worth the contact!
kbrog
Excellent collage of your fathers works! Nice knifes!
TECHNISTRATIONS
Beautiful collection of family heritage treasures... what Indian tribe heritage is your dad? Zooming out really gives one an appreciation for the intricate workmanship. I admire and respect the American Indian Heritage and my hat is off to your dad for his artistic talents!
ladiesmen
Thank you so much for sharing this beautifull work. It looks really really great
mistressotdark
cool work my friend lovely presentation :D
capelito
Cool and great shots.
Bossie_Boots
Thank you for showing us i would love to see more they are really incredible i think your dad has a wonderful tallent they must take hours and they look so good hugs lou x
1010
A very interesting display of priceless objects, well done.
structure
nice work - it is always interesting to gt the chance to see the art of different cultures
ocoee53
Thank you so much for posting this. Your father's talented work is more outstanding than I imagined!
RodS
Rose, these are absolutely amazing! I can see where you get your artistic talent - it's in your genes. These are brilliant works of art, both from an artisitc standpoint as well as a functional one. Too many years ago to remeber, I used to love Indian lore and crafts when I was in the Boy Scouts. Thank you for awakening those memories! Glad you're feeling better :-D hugs, Rod
tennesseecowgirl
Wonderful collage ~~
ShadowsNTime
Wow Rose! Gorgeous work he did! Super collage, seeing this tells me a lot more about you:-) I'm so pleased to have you as a friend. I hope today finds you feeling much better and the others as well. I was desperate to see some art, lol, so decided to visit a few today but its going to be awhile before I am back:-( Please know you are never a bother, that I truly appreciate all the support you give to me and I love you much my friend!
NoobasaurUS
Beautiful collection of images and fine craftsmanship!!!!!!!!!! Wonderful background and insights on your family!!!!! Thanks for sharing Rose!!!!!!
UteBigSmile
Oh' Rose, this is really a wonderful collection of sweet memories!!! Hug's Ute
jac204
Enjoyed very much. Thanks for sharing.
Seaview123
Very nice job of showcasing your father's work. They all look excellent, and I can see that artistic talent runs in your family. Very sharp indeed!
lunchlady
lol....gee Rose...you know...O_o great way to set it all up and display it! Dad would be proud...lol
MagikUnicorn
Lovely collage beautiful first nation stuff (I have a bit indian blood too)
magnus073
Rose I am so blown away here and can't believe how talented your Dad is. It seems he can create almost anything and each one is so beautiful and detailed. I'd love to see more of his work when you feel like sharing it. Now I see where you got your talent from :)
wjames
Wonderful collage of your fathers work each one a treasure.
adrie
Beautiful photo collage my friend, excellent capture.
drifterlee
Wonderful collection and memories!!
bazza
Wow Rose these are beautiful your dad was one talented man, Love the canes and knives but all are fantastic.. Well done lovely posting, any more items you have like this do share..
tryky5carla
SUPERB COLLAGE, EXCELLEBT AND INTERESTING CAPTURE !!!!!!!
goodoleboy
Wonderful depiction of your father's objets d'art, Rose! He was indeed a very talented gentleman.
eekdog
thanks for sharing, very interesting..
jocko500
wow good to see this type of art . He is real good at it too
Faemike55
Fantastic images, Rose! your dad is very talented and he has passed that talent on to you and Naomi as well as to your respective children.