S'abadeb-Seattle Art Museum In the traditional repertoire of canoe paddles, there were several styles of blades and handles that were determined by the type of water travel in tended and by whether the paddles were made for men, women, or children. Today, artists replicate the functionality of canoe paddles but use the challenging vertical surfaces to create innovative designs. Bird imagery is often included on canoe journey paraphernalia and in the canoe songs and dances, because birds are symbolic of strength and pride, fitting symbols for these arduous but culture-affirming summer events.

The bead is white.

The acrylic paint is black, red, and white.

The linen is blue. The bead is blue.

The paint is black, red, and green.