Double-matted art card, hand-signed by Barbara Lavallee
“My sons grew up in Girdwood, where a “snow day” often meant the Highway was closed and they couldn’t get to Anchorage for school. It also meant new powder on the mountain which the Girdwood kids had all to themselves.” ~ Barbara Lavallee
Double-matted art card, hand-signed by Barbara Lavallee
“The idea for this painting came from a float in a Fourth of July parade in Sitka. Aboard a flatbed truck, the brightly painted canoe covered the sides of the truck and the Tlingits in their native dress sang and paddled as the float made its way down the street.” ~ Barbara Lavallee
Double-matted art card, hand-signed by Barbara Lavallee
“The blanket toss is a favorite event at Alaska Native celebrations. It was originally a means to gain a height advantage to search for whales.” ~ Barbara Lavallee
Double-matted art card, hand-signed by Barbara Lavallee
“Starring” is an important event in the Alaskan Native observance of Christmas. A brightly decorated star, which twirls around, is carried by a child who is followed by the villagers. They stop at each home, where they share treats and sing songs.” ~ Barbara Lavallee