SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Jalen Taho

Name
Jalen Taho
Tribe
Pueblo of Hopi
Classification(s)
Pueblo Wooden Carvings
Website

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
PAL N 222
SFIM24
PAL N 222
WIM25

2025 Best of Show Awards

First Place
Ixc: Category 3609 - Wooden Pueblo Figurative Carvings in Youth
Second Place
Ixc: Category 3609 - Wooden Pueblo Figurative Carvings in Youth
Honorable Mentions
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2024 Best of Show Awards

First Place
Ixc: Category 3609 - Wooden Pueblo Figurative Carvings in Youth
Second Place
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Honorable Mentions
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Portfolio Example & Materials Statement
Jalen Taho

My traditional style dolls are carved from cottonwood roots. I use hand tools, knives, files and hand saws. I paint my dolls with natural mineral and pigment paints. I also add duck, grouse, pheasant and parrot feathers. I also add leather, yarn and natural stones.