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Raven and Indian Art from the Pacific Northwest
The most important symbol to many Pacific Northwest Native Canadian people as shown in their Indian art is the Raven bird who is considered the Creator’s assistant. It is said that the Raven could transform himself into anything. He was … Continue reading
The Eagle In Native American Indian Art
The eagle has been a universal symbol of power respected by many cultures throughout the world. The bald eagle was chosen as the emblem of the United States of America because of its great strength, majestic looks, long life and … Continue reading
The Colors of Northwest Indian Art
The main traditional colors of Northwest Indian art are black and red. Black is the primary color used in the formline which is the outline for the body of the subject. The formline is discussed further in the article about … Continue reading
