Meet the Artists

Dennis Ross - Hopi Kachina Doll Creator
For Dennis Ross, making Kachina dolls is a family business. Seven years ago he was working in Phoenix, as a steel worker. In his spare time he made a Kachina doll and then took it to an art gallery to...
Alvin Marshall - Navajo Sculptor
As a young boy Alvin Marshall was taken from his home on a Navajo reservation and placed in boarding schools where he was not permitted to speak the Navajo language or practice its traditions. By the age of ten he...
Nelson Morgan - Silversmith
Born in 1962, Nelson learned the art of silversmithing from his parents David 7 and Dorothy Morgan. He has been designing beautiful Navajo overlay jewelry for over 30 years. Nelson is primarily known for his intricate Kachina designs, Sunface, Mud Head, and...
Kevin Yazzie - Navajo Silversmith
Navajo silversmith Kevin Yazzie was taught the art of traditional Tufa casting by silversmith Aaron Anderson. Kevin loves to create new concepts and designs. Carving Tufa is calming for Kevin. He loves bringing joy to people when they receive his work. 
John Begay Jr. - Navajo Silversmith
Self taught Navajo silversmith John Begay, has been perfecting his craft for over 30 years. His beautiful handmade sterling silver & turquoise jewelry is well known for the intricate detailed silver designs.
Rosie Yellowhair - Legendary Navajo Sand Painter at Tanner Trading
“It’s not for enjoyment, it’s an honor” stated Rosie Yellowhair of her traditional Navajo artwork. Yellowtail has been practicing her native form of art for over 40 years and shared enthusiastically information about her pieces that were for sale.  When asked, Yellowhair eagerly explained the back...