Abel Ryan (Tsimshian) At Work, Beginning a Silver Bracelet

Abel Ryan (Tsimshian) At Work, Beginning a Silver Bracelet

In this short video, artist-in-residence, Abel Ryan (Tsimshian), describes the beginning sketch, scribe, and then engrave stages of making a Northwest Coast silver bracelet. Watch the other clips to see the final steps and finished product of this piece featuring a sun with a raven flanking each side.

Ryan has been in residence since June 7th and was selected among many applicants for the Alaska Native Artist Residency Program. Lovely job, Abel, and thank you for sharing this process!

The 2020 Alaska Native Artist Residency Program at the Sheldon Jackson Museum is made possible with support from the National Endowment for the Arts, Alaska Airlines, and private donors.