Tishkila: A Jaybird’s Symphony of Chickasaw and Choctaw Artistry Resounding in the Vibrant Hues of Murano Glass

A living spirit of life, a sculpture that is deeply personal and culturally resonant. Its title, "Tishkila", is a word in our Chickasaw language, signifying the Jay Bird. This bird is not just a creature of the natural world, but a profound symbol, acting as a celestial courier bridging our world with the spirit realm. It stands for communication, intelligence, and vigilance, qualities that are deeply woven into the fabric of our generational intelligent systems.

In creating "Tishkila", I sought to capture the vibrant fluid plumage and the distinctive call of the Jay Bird, resounding in the vibrant hues of Murano Glass. The result is a visual symphony of art, light reflection, and nature, a dialogue that transcends the physical and ventures into the spiritual. It is my gaze into the spiritual world, captured and crystallized within the confines of physical Murano glass.

"Tishkila" is a figurative portrait bust, her gaze subtly lifted to the left in a silent testament to aspiration and reverence. Around her neckline is a meticulously handcrafted beaded collar necklace, a tribute to the timeless art of beadwork that thrives in both traditional and contemporary settings. The sculpture, with its dimensions of 11.5 inches in height, 10 inches in width, and 4 inches in depth, is a limited edition series of 9. Each piece serves as a vivid embodiment of the mastery of Murano glass production, a craft that I have come to deeply respect and admire.

This piece is not merely a sculpture; it is a narrative cast in glass, a cultural homage that resonates with the echoes of my Chickasaw and Choctaw heritage, and a testament to the ethereal beauty of Murano glass. Each "Tishkila" Sculpture is a distinctive artistic manifestation, A material incarnation of the spirit of the Jay Bird, and a celebration of the mastery of Murano glassmaking. Each sculpture is a silent song that tells a story of tradition, artistry, and cultural perseverance.