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North Coast Native American
Handcrafted Frame Drums

My drums are made in a traditional manner. I use Alaskan yellow cedar for the frames. The wood pieces are hand cut and glued together without the use of metal fasteners.
This glue is high quality waterproof glue.

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The drum heads are either buffalo or elk rawhide. Each fall I gather raw skins from hunters. I clean and soak the skins in pure water until the hair begins to slip. I then scrape the hair and flesh until the hides are completely clean. The hides are then laced to a frame and dried.

I cut the drum head and lacing prior to stretching, soaking it for at least 24 hours. Once completed the drum is left to dry slowly. A carved hardwood drumstick is included with each drum.

Multiperson Pow-Wow Drums

Our Pow wow drums are made of Yellow Cedar, are double sided.
They are 14" thick, and approx. 36" in diameter. These drums do not come with a drum stand, or beaters.

I can make the stand and special beaters on request.

Start at $800.00 - call 1-541-729-4530 to order.

Hand Carved Beaters

Plain Drums

3 basic sizes

8" Diameter x 1.5" wide (great for backpacking)
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian Plain Drum $45.00

13" Diameter x 3" wide
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian Plain Drum
$95.00

16" Diameter x 3" wide
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian Plain Drum
$120.00

Each drum includes a drum stick.

Custom sizes are available upon request.
contact us!

PAINTED DRUMS

I use waterproof inks and generally stay with colors traditional to Northwest
Coast art. I am intrigued by the abstract complexity of the traditional Northwest Coast native art, and by how the traditional shapes are compressed or stretched to fit a given space while maintaining the integrity of the design.

I use technical drafting pens, and waterproof, lightfast, indelible ink to DRAW BY HAND, each design.

These drums are not screen printed, and each drum piece is unique.

Allow 2 weeks for delivery.

I also offer designs in other styles.

I am a self-taught artist and craftsperson. All the drawings are my original designs in the Northwest Coast tradition.

In addition to drums, I am also offering limited edition serigraphs (screen prints) of my original designs in the Northwest Coast native art tradition.

To place a custom order, or to order serigraphs, you can call or visit my home studio.

1-541-729-4530

The Wandering Wolf
North Coast Native American Drum

Wandering Wolf: There is an old story about an ancient flood that forced the first wolves to separate in order to find higher ground. After much howling the wolves were reunited, as well as making the first contact with humans. I have shown Wolf searching for his kin. Wolves were known for their strength, agility, courage and ability to communicate. In traditional stories there is a link between Wolf and Orca that suggests transformation, not only physically, but spiritually as well. Traditional renditions of Wolf usually include a long snout, long ears, sharp teeth and some form of a curved tail. Includes a drum stick.

16 " Diameter - ONLY
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian Wandering Wolf Drum
$300.00 Includes a drum stick

The Sea Turtle

Raven with the Sun

The Butterfly
North Coast Native American Drum

Butterfly North Coast Native American Drum

8" Diameter
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian "The Butterfly" Drum
$75.00

13" Diameter
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian "The Butterfly" Drum
$140.00

16" Diameter
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian "The Butterfly" Drum
$195.00

Each drum includes a drum stick.

Eagle Sun

Sun Raven

Goose in the Moon

The Whale Couple
North Coast Native American Drum

The Whale Couple: I was asked to create an image that symbolized the marriage of two people deeply in love. I chose the orca as it is strong and free, yet needs its own kind to feel whole. Together the whales from a sacred circle of unity and trust. Within each whale are two ravens. Ravens are the tricksters, the strong mysterious power that is so prevalent in Northwest Coast tribal legends. They are survivors. These ravens are swallowing the orcas while all are simultaneously giving one another strength and knowledge. It is this symbiotic relationship that completes the circle, giving the marriage a life of its own. Includes a drum stick.

13" Diameter
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian "The Whale Couple" Drum
$200.00

16" Diameter
Hand Crafted North Coast Indian "The Whale Couple" Drum
$295.00

Each drum includes a drum stick.

Turtle Bear Drums

Set of Bear Drums
Turtle-Bear: In this design I chose to represent human kind's interaction with our
environment and symbolize our role as protectors of the Earth. I represent the Earth as the Turtle, hard shelled, and alive within. Using the device of split-imagery, Turtle forms a circle suggesting the endless cycle of seasons and life, through time. Superimposed upon Turtle is Bear. In traditional Northwest Coast art, Bear represents the supernatural, the change from animal to human, and the guardians of spirit. This Bear suggests humanity's role of protector of the Earth, yet is part of the Earth. Bear's tongue denotes power and the ability to transform that power into action. Together, Turtle-Bear reminds me of our relationship with the Earth, and our ability to make changes for the good of all.