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Vivian Descheny

Name
Vivian Descheny
Tribe
Navajo Nation
Juried Classification(s)
Textiles
Website

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
FR S 328
SFIM24
FR S 328
WIM25

2024 Award History

N/A
Portfolio Example & Artist Statement
Vivian Descheny

Vivian Descheny, a traditional Din� weaver, crafts Navajo rugs on a standing loom using natural sheep wool, churro wool, and in some instances contemporary yarn material. Using hand carded wool, Vivian dyes her own material to achieve an earth tone pallet. Vivian weaves Ganado Red, Two Grey Hills, Burntwater, White Ruins and Chief Blanket styles of rugs.