Captain Ron's latest pursuits have led him deep into his Alaskan Native heritage to recreate some of the things that are precious and significant to the people of the Koniag region.
This ceremonial mask is the captain's original design. Called "The Hunter", it depicts what the hunter has in mind as he works to provide food for his family.
He has replicated some of the masks which are at the heart of the
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collection of archaelogical artifacts dating back into past centuries.
Carved by hand of oak, the "Mouthless One" is made according to the specifications of the original mask as shown in the book, Two Journeys.
"The Spirit Taker" is another ceremonial mask shown in The Two Journeys.
This replica is also carved entirely by hand in the exact specifications of the original.
Beginning a series of Alaskan animals, a family of orcas is completed. Again, carved completely by hand and painted with acrylics, this group consists of a male, female and infant orca.
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