Whispering Wind, 30 x 20, oil on linen American Indians used animals and birds to 'decorate' their clothing, shields etc. They wore the animal skins, claws, teeth, feathers and other parts in hopes that the attributes of the animal would pass down to them. Birds symbolized anything from Truth, good luck, skill in speaking and many other traits. See more of my work and sign up for email notifications on My Blog http://khendersonart2.blogspot.com
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Michelle Bogart 06 Jul 2013
I love all your workTracy Butland 09 Mar 2013
Gorgeous portrait K, I love your work!Cindy Sugg 09 Feb 2013
WHAT A STRONG FACE, ANOTHER GREAT PIECE KKimberly Blaylock 22 Jan 2013
Love the realism in your work! Wonderful painting!cindy kelly 20 Jan 2013
Another great portrait K. I,m learning so much on your comments of the different talismans which are used on thir clothes and headress.