Featuring selections of Barbara’s paintings on the theme “Sisters” this calendar celebrates relationships among women – biological sisters and those chosen over the years.
Featuring selections of Barbara’s paintings on the theme “Sisters” this calendar celebrates relationships among women – biological sisters and those chosen over the years.
“I painted this scene as a gift for my oldest son and his wife to commemorate their wedding at the iconic Crow Creek Mine in Girdwood. The Mine continues to be a popular venue for weddings.” – Barbara Lavallee
“When I was teaching Alaska Native students, they would tell me how much fun it was to hop ice floes during break-up. Of course, their parents forbade them, but they did it anyway…just as their parents had before them.” – Barbara Lavallee
Enjoy the Art Cards of beloved Alaska artist Barbara Lavallee.
Titles Included:
“Alaskan women love to fish! We’re happy to cut and bate hooks and best of all, reel in the fish.” – Barbara Lavallee
An Eskimo drum is made from caribou skin stretched over a wooden hoop. When beaten with a stick, it is believed that the sound calls up the spirits provides rhythm for the songs and dances.-Barbara Lavallee
“Native women are sewing harbor sealskin garments which keep hunters warm and dry as they hunt for food and sea mammals on the Arctic coast.” – Barbara Lavallee
“I love to play different patterns off each other! The quilter on the left always reminds me of my youngest sister…perhaps it is the glasses.” – Barbara Lavallee
“Alaskans from every generation love to spend a day with family and friends picking and eating berries found
nearly everywhere.” ~ Barbara Lavallee
“Every parent and every child has experienced the joy of spreading his or her arms as wide as possible to show the reach of their love for the other.” Barbara Lavallee
“The clicking of needles, the warmth and texture of yarn, and the company of good friends make for pleasant times.” ~ Barbara Lavallee
“One morning, as I shopped at a local fabric store in Anchorage, I was treated to this vision of traditionally dressed Native women selecting the fabrics to make their kuspuks.” – 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.
“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
“Gravity may not be a girl’s best friend, but we celebrate anyway.” Barbara Lavallee
“Sea creatures, large and small, brightly colored and effectively camouflaged, populate Alaska’s icy waters.” – 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
“Pieces of fabric patches together to provide warmth and sweet memories.” -Barbara Lavallee
“Good night sleep tight, may your dreams take you on a wonderful flight.” -Barbara Lavallee
“Pieces of fabric patches together to provide warmth and sweet memories.” -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
Waiting for the Fat Man – Holiday Card.