Tlingit Master Carver James M. Williams presents Cracked Frog:

Alaska Native Writers and Alaska Native Themes

Tlingit Master Carver James M. Williams presents Cracked Frog: Sharing Tradition and Art

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James Williams is an Alaskan Native born in Sitka. His clan is Raven/Frog, or Klks’adi from the Clay House. Besides being a renowned artist/carver he is an accomplished blacksmith and knife maker. At this event, James will showcase examples of his work and discuss the art of carving. The Frog Feast Bowl Ceremony (unveiling Cracked Frog) was November 29, 2012 at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. This extraordinary event offers an =intimate look at Tlingit life and values. (Note,the podcast has been edited by James Williams to improve the recording sound and flow quality.)

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