Women in Art 278 Magazine October 2014 | Page 60

american artist Takoda Rhoads Adornments I am Takoda Rhoads and Spirit Tribe is my creation. I am greatly inspired by tribal and bohemian culture. The tribal bohemian if you may. I am part Cherokee (Native American) so that plays out in my work, as well as my Saphardic roots. My home in the drastically beautiful northern New Mexico certainly doesn’t hinder my process. I am blessed to be surrounded by beautiful souls and inspiring people. People inspire me most. I work as much as possible with healing stones and crystals, knowing first hand their vast healing abilities. I create adornments for the goddess and warrior in each woman. Every woman is a powerful, beautiful being and we are beginning to remember who we are. This is my art, pieces of my soul, my prayers, my struggles and my joy.