I've long been fascinated by the rituals and iconography for spiritual or magical work. The solemn imagery captures the imagination and instills a sense of awe or peace. This assemblage combines tiles, mirrors, and beads on a wooden miniature altar to create a sense of reverence. Inside, an old photograph is surrounded by natural and supernatural symbols that invoke a sense of mystery.
Alligator lizards may look a little fierce with their long bodies, bumpy scales, and toothy grin, but they’re far from dangerous to people. Found throughout the western U.S., these reptiles are most often seen basking in sunny spots or darting into cover when startled.
Basket 23: oval bread basket with 2-behind-4 border; Old French and steamed brown willow
Basket 22: oval basket with twisted handle and 2-behind-4 border; Old French and steamed brown willow
Basket 20: egg basket with pegged handle and 2-behind-4 border; Old French willow and 9-bark
Basket 19: striped produce basket with 2-behind-4 border; buff willow and Old French willow
