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Wednesday, 16 June 2010 15:51 |
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Trusting, Inquisitive & Bright - Loyal Friendship. First Nations peoples have long admired the otter as a strong protector of family. The otter is also a powerful symbol of 'woman medicine' and female energy. Sea otters pups will haul themselves out of the water and 'rest' on their mother's stomach while she floats on her back. |
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Friday, 14 May 2010 17:30 |
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Deer is sly and clever. Outwitting enemies with cunning and magic. In Kwakwaka'wakw mythology, Deer has a trick to deter it's pursuers with a thick blanket of fog. Shaman rattles often feature deer hoofs, and the deer headdress is carved realistically, complete with antlers. |
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Friday, 26 March 2010 12:10 |
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The Haida Nation is internationally-renowned for its "Black Slate" or Argillite found at Slatechuck Creek on the Queen Charlotte Islands off the coast of British Columbia.
Argillite is a relatively soft stone to carve, and is considered highly valued. Large pieces are a challenge to obtain from the quarry, especially as Argillite is considered a limited resource. Apart from small totem poles, various objects carved from Argillite include plates with incised designs, pendants, pipes, small boxes and sculptured figures. A new generation of inspired artists have inlaid the Argillite with abalone, catlanite, ivory and gold. |
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Tuesday, 15 December 2009 13:35 |
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The Nurturer
The Hummingbird is a symbol of good luck and
good fortune. It was considered a positive sign to spot a
Hummingbird just prior to some major event such as
hunting or travelling to another village. Legend says that
the Hummingbird puts the twinkle in the stars, and that
catching a Hummingbird guarantees your choice of a mate.
The Hummingbird is a well respected symbol. |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 16 February 2010 14:10 |
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Friday, 11 December 2009 17:10 |
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Loon features significantly in the art and mythology. Loon is famous for it's unique and often haunting voice, and is respected for it's knowledge of various realms. Animals with unique vocal talents are held in high regard by Northwest Coast peoples, who traditionally perceive words, voice and song as carriers of power and magic. Loon is associated with copper and wealth. |
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