The top picture shows the tools that totem pole carvers use. We talked to the lady that was carving this totem pole. She was saying that the going rate for carving and finishing one was $2000 per linear foot. The other pictures are just a few, very few of the other carvings there. Some of them are just beautiful. Here is an article about totem poles if you're interested.
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These are gorgeous!
I supposedly have some Indian blood in my heritage and this speaks volumes to me.
I so envy your trip. :)
Wonderful images you share.
Those look like tiny tools for such big poles. No wonder the price is so high.
Interesting post!
Is Alaska the only place that has totem poles? I don't ever remember reading or hearing about them any place else.
Hi Neal... I've made a not to follow the link after Sky Watch this week.... these are very much of interest to me and Jane as a thing for them as well.. Your pictures are great.
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