GRAND CANYON, Ariz. — Kachina maker Eric Holmes will be showcasing his work on the South Rim Jan. 16-18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center.
Holmes has been making Kachina dolls for six years and learned from watching relatives. His godfather was his biggest influence and taught him the basics. Holmes said his inspiration comes from Hopi ceremonies and from being in nature. He uses cottonwood root, and natural pigments in his work, most of the materials he collects himself.
“My artwork, is a representation of “not everything perfect” which is something we are taught, pertaining to life, circumstances and ourselves,” he said.
More information on the Cultural Demonstration Program is available on the park’s website.
GRAND CANYON, Ariz. — Kachina maker Eric Holmes will be showcasing his work on the South Rim Jan. 16-18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center.
Holmes has been making Kachina dolls for six years and learned from watching relatives. His godfather was his biggest influence and taught him the basics. Holmes said his inspiration comes from Hopi ceremonies and from being in nature. He uses cottonwood root, and natural pigments in his work, most of the materials he collects himself.
“My artwork, is a representation of “not everything perfect” which is something we are taught, pertaining to life, circumstances and ourselves,” he said.
More information on the Cultural Demonstration Program is available on the park’s website.