For the past several years, we have been featuring the Navajo Folk Art of Delbert Buck.

Lawrence Jacques is a Navajo Folk artist. It did not start as his career, but an accident made it impossible for him to continue working in construction. He was born in 1965 and quit school before entering high school. He didn’t have many options without education because of his injuries.

Yes, there is a day to recognize and celebrate Native American Heritage. It is the day after Thanksgiving. The month of November is Native American Heritage Month.

On Friday, April 21, Mom was the first one at the Gallery. She usually has been for the past 40 years. She would unlock the building, get the lights on, fire up the computer, and get the Gallery ready for business.

Mamie Deschillie lived a unique and interesting life. She was born in a hogan on the Navajo Reservation near Chaco Canyon in 1920 when the primary mode of transportation was wagon or horse.

We are deeply saddened to share that Jackson passed away yesterday after suffering a stroke on Tuesday.

Jackson loved this business—especially the artists he worked with and the clients who appreciated their work. He often said he couldn’t imagine retiring, because this life was such a part of who he was. A gifted storyteller, Jackson frequently shared glimpses of his own life and experiences with you through this newsletter. His humility, warmth, and approachable nature endeared him to so many over the years.