Juror comment: Innovative combination of horn and copper. It is nice to see our people bringing back sheep horn into our art.

Juror comment: What a beautiful family piece with a nice combination of root and copper. Combining such different materials is challenging, as is the collaboration of artists. The carving on the bottom of the basket … makes for a nice [...]

Juror comment: Beautifully woven with the stunning addition of the abalone strips. The use of abalone to embellish basketry hats is not new, but having it covering the entire surface of the hat is quite modern. I like the two lines [...]

Juror comment: A modern-style apron nicely woven with traditional designs. Curved bottom edge is particularly tricky, and the nicely controlled shape along the bottom is admirable. White perfectly made.

Juror comment: A truly great adaptation of tunic fringe … inspired and classical, new and familiar.  Very unique and contemporary use of old and customary materials.

Juror comment: No embellishment needed, just making use of the spotted patterning provided by the seal. Beautiful piece! Has a wonderful shape or rigidness to it.

Juror comment: Really pleased to see this old-time headdress … nicely planned and executed and highlighted with natural feathers and skins providing an interesting mix of colors and textures. Beautiful job! This piece looks like it came from times long ago. [...]

This beaded Chilkat design wall hanging evolved from an initial whim of making a beaded Chilkat robe. After the 2016 Sealaska Heritage Juried Art Show where I received an honorable mention for two pieces I entered, the idea for this piece [...]

Juror comment: Nicely presented formline with the feel of old-style work … The piece translates well in bronze, and has a monumental presence.

“(This) piece honors my great-great-grandfather.” Juror comment: A bold piece, beautifully conceived, sculpted and painted crest hat or helmet. Lines are very fine and steady.