October Meeting & Program: The Evolution of Ravenstail Weaving – John Beard

Program:

In July 1994, just a month after retiring, John took his first class in Ravenstail weaving from Cheryl Samuel. Additional classes honed his weaving skills, and in 1996 he guided a group of Cheryl’s Portland area students in the weaving of a full size Ravenstail robe. After its completion in 1998, and building on that additional experience, he continued to weave, completing a full size robe, a youth robe, two small child’s robes, an apron, and several smaller pieces over the next eight years. A special highlight of his exhilarating weaving journey has been the opportunity to see the robes worn and danced by Native Americans at Celebration 2000, 2002, and 2006 in Juneau. Sharing the story of Ravenstail weaving through teaching, demonstrations and presentations continues to be one of the most enjoyable experiences of his life.

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