Vern Mahkee, Hopi Pueblo Carver

Artist Vern Mahkee (b. 1963) resides in Kykotsmovi on Third Mesa, Hopi Pueblo, Arizona. He is the nephew of the highly esteemed Katsina doll carver, Alvin James Makya, who served as his influential mentor.

Vern Mahkee commented: "I say this given talent has its roots within all. I would like my artwork to merit on its own. I am proud to say that Hopi is where my heart is. I have had some of the best teachers, Alvin James, my great uncle's family, and my high school art teacher Winton Coles. I hope to bring the best in cottonwood art to Light."

Reference: Hopi Katsina: 1,600 Artist Biographies by Gregory and Angie Schaaf.

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