Brandon Phillips: Alabaster, Inlayed Bear Shannon Calabaza making this tablita maiden a

making this tablita maiden a true masterpiece that commands attention and respect

The wolf’s stance—head slightly lifted

Taylor has a unique old style touch to his creations

Snatch him while you can

When carved into the shape of a turtle

Brandon Phillips: Alabaster, Inlayed Bear Shannon Calabaza making this tablita maiden aPhillips Its form is solid and grounded, broad shouldered and slightly hunched, as if walking with calm determination. The bears turquoise eyes glimmer with life, catching light like twin pools of sacred water. These vibrant eyes, set deeply into the alabaster, reflect awareness, healing energy, and spiritual visionreminding us of the bears role as both guardian and guide in many Indigenous traditions. Running down the bears back is a striking inlay