Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson
Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson are Native American jewelry artists from New Mexico, USA, who specialize in creating intricate pieces that combine traditional Navajo jewelry-making techniques with contemporary design.
Bird and Johnson's jewelry often incorporates elements of nature, such as feathers, shells, and stones, and features intricate metalwork and stone settings. Many of their pieces also incorporate symbolism and storytelling, with designs that reference Navajo mythology and culture.
The duo has won numerous awards and has exhibited their work in museums and galleries around the world. Their pieces are highly sought after by collectors and are considered some of the finest examples of contemporary Native American jewelry.
In addition to their jewelry-making, Bird and Johnson are also educators, teaching traditional Navajo jewelry-making techniques to new generations of artists. They have also collaborated with other artists and designers to create unique, limited-edition pieces that showcase their distinctive style and expertise.
Bird and Johnson's jewelry often incorporates elements of nature, such as feathers, shells, and stones, and features intricate metalwork and stone settings. Many of their pieces also incorporate symbolism and storytelling, with designs that reference Navajo mythology and culture.
The duo has won numerous awards and has exhibited their work in museums and galleries around the world. Their pieces are highly sought after by collectors and are considered some of the finest examples of contemporary Native American jewelry.
In addition to their jewelry-making, Bird and Johnson are also educators, teaching traditional Navajo jewelry-making techniques to new generations of artists. They have also collaborated with other artists and designers to create unique, limited-edition pieces that showcase their distinctive style and expertise.
