Summer's Promise

Artist

Alisa Blake

Description

Inspired by the first wildflowers to emerge during the northern summer, Summer's Promise celebrates renewal, growth, and the beauty found on the land. Handcrafted on home-tanned smoked moose hide, the floral design is brought to life through hand-tufted dyed caribou hair and carefully hand-sewn beadwork.

Reflecting the vibrant colors of the North in bloom, this piece honors Indigenous artistry, land-based knowledge, and the enduring connection between people and place.

Year

2026

Size

6.35 × 6.35 cm

Category

Craft & Design

Medium

Home-tanned smoked moose hide, hand-tufted dyed caribou hair, glass seed beads, and gold findings.