POLISHED STEEL

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ALVIN JOHN   ABSTRACT  METAL  SCULPTURE             ALVIN JOHN   ABSTRACT  METAL  SCULPTURE 

 ALVIN JOHN - ARTIST INFORMATION

 Alvin John, (Dine), is originally from Rainbow Springs, Arizona and is a con-

 temporary steel sculptor. His clan is Edgewater and known for the Black

 Streak people clan. Alvin works in steel and copper. The polish on his

 pieces is perfect. He is works in many abstract designs which are often

 linked to his heritage. 
 

 When his father was living, Alvin participated with him in Yei bei chi ceremonies
 and assisted with sand paintings.  The Yeis are the Navajo holy gods and the

 ceremony is performed during the winter season. The purpose of the ceremony

 is to heal the patient who is ill. They believe te Yeis are holy people, who will

 help the person come back into harmony and to walk in beauty.

 
 "My mother is a Navajo rug weaver who has assisted me to

 understand the Navajo ways of life. My grandfather was

 a respected medicine man who has taught many. My compassion

 for artwork revolves around my family up-bringing and

 the Navajo Mythology" states Alvin John.

 We are pleased to have metal sculptor, Alvin John, showing at
 LKG Contemporary in Scottsdale, Arizona.