Hayes Leekya: Zuni Stone, Owl Kenneth Seowtewa while the piercing turquoise eyes

while the piercing turquoise eyes exude wisdom and mystery

The stone is actually Onyx and he use the natural formation of the stone to bring this Jay to life

earthy color of the stone brings out every intricate detail of the badger's features

The warm earthy tones of the dolomite enhance the organic nature of the subject matter

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