Brandon Phillips: Alabaster, Inlayed Bear Shannon Calabaza Fox (Łanak'o): The fox is

Fox (Łanak'o): The fox is often called “sly

Snatch him while you can

The intricate details etched into their fur convey a sense of movement

The swirling veins and unique markings make each piece truly one-of-a-kind

Brandon Phillips: Alabaster, Inlayed Bear Shannon Calabaza Fox (Łanak'o): The fox isPhillips Its form is solid and grounded, broad shouldered and slightly hunched, as if walking with calm determination. The bears turquoise eyes glimmer with life, catching light like twin pools of sacred water. These vibrant eyes, set deeply into the alabaster, reflect awareness, healing energy, and spiritual visionreminding us of the bears role as both guardian and guide in many Indigenous traditions. Running down the bears back is a striking inlay