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Wampum belt bracelet
Artist Statement: "The bracelet was inspired by the traditional wampum cuffs and belt that the people of the Quahog shell have worn and used to record their history and agreements. This is a traditional piece that could be worn in any setting. This…
Wampum Warrior necklace
Artist Statement:"The inspiration for this piece comes from the Native American experience. Indigneous people have to constantly fight discrimination and violence and constantly explain and advocate for their culture. In this way, there is a warrior…
"Honoring the People of Sewanhaky"
Artist Statement: "'Honoring the People of Sewanhaky' is an homage to the original inhabitants of the territory that encompasses Long Island. Sewanhaky translates to 'Island of Black Shells.' The concrete and wampum sculpture depicts a sea turtle…
Bear Claw necklace
Artist Statement:"This piece is made from wampum, derived from quahog clam shells found in the Northeast region of North America. Wampum has been used by Northeastern tribes for thousands of years. It has been used for trade, treaties, ceremonies,…
Three-strand wampum necklace
Artist Statement:"This necklace was inspired by the traditional multi-strand wampum necklaces. The aim of this piece is to create something that would help Eastern Woodlands relatives feel connected to their ancestors. [In] many historic pictures of…
"Sacredness of Hills"
Artist Statement:"The Sacredness of Hills series is based upon recurring desecrations of indigenous burial grounds surrounding my tribal community in Southampton, NY which largely bases its economy on real estate and development. On Monday, August…
"Nothing Happened Here #2"
Artist Statement: "'Nothing Happened Here' explores the violence/non-violence of postcolonial Native American psychology. My work is a reflection of my experience and observations in my community, the Shinnecock Reservation in Southampton, New York,…
"A Threat is Coming"
Artist Statement:"This piece was created while thinking about the change Native Americans faced in the past. Dyashua Sylvester is the Shinneckock tribal member in this piece. As she glances out over the water that her people hunt and live by, she…
"People of the Shore"
Artist Statement: "A piece symbolizing Shinnecock Natives protecting their land. It contains tribal member Sunshine Gumbs, at a location in Westwoods that belongs to the Shinnecock people. On a gorgeous day with a whale fin splashing in the water, we…