Red Head~ Indian brave

Sassafras

Red Head~ Indian brave

This weekend (Aug. 29 thru Sept. 1, 2008) marks both the official end of summer AND the celebration of the 62nd Powwow of the Shinnecock
(pronounced Shin-E-Cock) Indian Nation. Located at Southampton, Long Island , NY reservation, it’s drummers, singers, and dancers come from across the USA & beyond to gather , reminisce, sing, eat, camp together and sell/buy Indian made goods.

It is a deeply felt spiritual time, for this is when I return to the land of one set of my ancestors to stroll the land, greet old friends, smell the smoke, photograph, eat fry bread, and hear the drummers drum and singers sing.

It is a time for remembrance.
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This image was FEATURED in Spirit of the Native Indian-October 2008
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It has been viewed in excess of 450 times. Thank you EVER so much.

Red Head~ Indian brave belongs to the following groups:

Spirit of the Native American
Red Head~ Indian brave by Sassafras
Red Head~ Indian brave by Sassafras
  • coffeetea

    coffeetea

    beautiful image ! great shot.

  • Sassafras replied

    So glad that you visited, coffeetea. And thank you for your kind comments.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • TREVOR IRWIN

    TREVOR IRWIN

    • Stunning capture of tradition. long may it live on. In many countries the old ways are fast fading. My native Ireland being just one. But There are those who remember their past and tell their stories to their children and so on. This is a wonderful photograph of a people and their lives. Sassafras Thank you for sharing wiith us who are thousands of miles across the world.

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  • Sassafras replied

    Thanks for visiting again, Trevor. Yes, unless we try very hard, certain cultures will change before our eyes and what was will disappear from view. My hope is that my work will live on after I have expired.
    I appreciate your support.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • artist4peace

    artist4peace

    WOW…HE IS HANDSOME!and intense
    love love love it!

  • Sassafras replied

    Thanks , A4P. He is very handsome and seems very intense.
    I was in the right place @ the right time to catch this.
    Thanks for visiting once again. Your support is appreciated.
    Hugs,
    Sassi

  • ellamental

    ellamental

    Thank you for sharing this moment in time,we can all become better than we are!!

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome to my gallery, ellamental and thanksr your comments.
    Yes~ there is always room for improvement, for all of us.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Col  Finnie

    Col Finnie

    Fantastic outfit. (That feather has come from one serious sized bird.) Have a great weekend Sass.

  • Sassafras replied

    ;))Thanks, Col, good to see you again. Yes, I love his outfit and how he chose to paint his face. And you’re right:))); I never thought about how big that bird must have been. HA! Until the next time,
    Be at peace,
    Sassi

  • Ann E.  Chapman

    Ann E. Chapman

    Wonderful words and image…...a gathering of the spirits a holy healing time.

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi Ann~ Thanks for accompanying me on that journey.
    Peace, beauty and love,
    Sassi…

  • Marilyns

    Marilyns

    My ! what a wonderful image ! and a so beautiful man ! beautiful in all meanings ! so your ancestor sare of this nation ,still living in moon and seasons rhythm! and you are going to meet them , wish you a wonderful singing remembrance time Sassi :)

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi Marilyn, so good to see you again. I am grateful for the gathering of family, and friends both on the rez and her at RedBubble.
    It means a lot to be embraced by both communities.
    Beauty and peace,
    Sassi

  • kangarookid

    kangarookid

    another awesome shot sassi! his jacket/shirt is beyond cool =)... we have powwows in my town once a year… i hope the shinnecock powwow goes on for years to come =]!

  • Sassafras replied

    )))))Thanks, Skot, glad that you like this shot. I love his outfit too
    AND hope that the shinnecock powwow continues forever.
    Be well, Sassi

  • Jan Landers

    Jan Landers

    wow….seeing this image and reading about the gathering just gave me chills up and down my arms…...

  • Sassafras replied

    Nice to see you, Jan and thank you for your lovely comments. Your support is much appreciated.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • valzart

    valzart

    Oh outstanding!.... ‘Spirit of the Brave’ wonderful..the ‘Human beings’ ;} hugzz

  • Sassafras replied

    Hello Val~ welcome to my gallery and thank you for the kind comments. And thanks for making this a favorite.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Mohsen Bayramnejad

    Mohsen Bayramn...

    Amazing portrait shot… and very stylish, like all your works.
    well done!

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome to the gallery once more Mohsen and thank you for your kind comments. They are most appreciated. I will come to visit you ASAP.
    Peace,
    Sassafras

  • Dawnsky2

    Dawnsky2

    absolutely stunning image,, so glad you joined the Native Indian group :)

  • Sassafras replied

    :)))))And I thank you for having me and favoring this image and well as featuring. I am doubly honored.
    Peace,
    Sassafras

  • peyote

    peyote

    Beautiful capture
    Wonderful clear detail :) xXx

  • Sassafras replied

    It will be morning when you read this so, Good morning, Peyote and thank you for gracing my gallery and leaving such nice comments.
    Peace,
    Sassafras

  • dawndavies

    dawndavies

    a fabulous picture, welcome to the group,dawn

  • Sassafras replied

    :))))Thank you for coming to visit, Dawn and THANKS for featuring this image today—Sept. 9th, in Spirit of the Native Indian. I am psyched!!! WooooHooooo!
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Sassafras replied

    Also, THANK YOU for favoring this image. I am very appreciative.

  • Sarah McKoy

    Sarah McKoy

    Featured, you go girl. Congratulation.

  • Sassafras replied

    :)))))Yes, Sarah and thank you.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • dawndavies

    dawndavies

    you are more that welcome its a fabulous shot and love having you in the new group,dawn

  • Sassafras replied

    (:-))))

  • Devalyn Marshall

    Devalyn Marshall

    Beautifully shot!

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi Devalyn~ Welcome to the gallery and for your kind comment. I think he’s just beautiful too. :)
    And Thanks for making this a Favorite. Your encouragement means a lot.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • cherokee

    cherokee

    Beautiful :)

  • Sassafras replied

    Hello Jo~ Thank you for coming to visit and for your sweet comment.
    And, for adding me to your watch list. Your support is much
    appreciated. :))
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Mary Campbell

    Mary Campbell

    Wonderful, I didn’t realize there still were tribes on Long Island. Live and learn.. Love this wonderful portrait of a proud nation.

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome, Mary. Thank you for coming to visit and for your kind remarks.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Stzar

    Stzar

    sensational portrait ~ Beautiful work !!

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome to my gallery, Karon and thank you for your kind remarks.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • linaji

    linaji

    Sassi.. hope you forgive my behindness.. just got back ysterday and getting out all the work I did in Kauai.. I have something for you dear Sassi!! you have been a wonder as you know.. I love your energy in my life here at the bubble.. This is completly stunning.. what a glorious shot..xox

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome back, my friend. Breathe slowly and try to swing that leg… slowly up onto the horse once again. I find that re-entry is sometimes taxing to say the least, especially coming from an island paradise.
    xo
    Sassi

  • Sassafras

    Sassafras

    WOW!...Haven’t kept up with all the RB paperwork so I apologize profusely and thank these people for FAVORING this image:Trevor Irwin, RichardRedHawk,artist4peace,
    HarrietRN, shilohlin, JRobin Whitley,Ellamental, MarilynS, kangarookid,Karen Melillo,
    Linaji, DawnDavies. I am totally psyched. Thank you!
    ~Sassafras

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    Perfect portrait…........

  • Sassafras replied

    :)) Thanks for visiting again, Antanas and for your comment.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • amarica

    amarica

    Excellent portrait Sassi. He is a handsome young man…xxxxxxxx

  • Sassafras replied

    Isn’t he handsome!?? Thanks for your comments, Ann.
    Peace, xoxo
    Sassi

  • montemayor

    montemayor

    What a great character portrait!

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome, montemayor. And I appreciate your comment.
    I will come to visit you as soon as I finish all my RB business. I’ve been away and am trying desperately to catch up.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • Barry W  King

    Barry W King

    what an amazing photo Sassafras

    I enjoyed reading about the celebration as well…..that’s something that I’d really love to attend.

    Peace

    Bear

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi Bear~ Thanks for favoring this image and for your supportive comments. There might be powwows in Canada but i don’t know of any; I’ll try to ask around for you. What region in Canada are you-east, west, middle, north etc???
    Be well, Bear.
    ~Sass

  • helene ruiz

    helene ruiz

    fabulous!

  • Sassafras replied

    Helene~ Welcome to the gallery and thank you so much for your comment. I admire your work tremendously so am happy that you like my work.
    Peace,
    sassi

  • Sassafras

    Sassafras

    Mary Campbell added “Red Head~ Indian brave” to their favorites 23 days ago. ###
    Hi Mary~~ Thank you for favoring this image. I am so sorry that it took me so long to find this , ‘lost’ among all the others.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • WayoftheWarrior

    WayoftheWarrior

    I have no words….............................................................

  • Sassafras replied

    Warrior-is that good or bad-this sudden lack of words from you???:))) I thank you for coming to visit the gallery and for your comment on this image—a special favorite of mine.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Debra Willis

    Debra Willis

    Great shot

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome to the gallery, Debra and thanks for the kind comment.:))))
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • WayoftheWarrior

    WayoftheWarrior

    That would be good,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,reminded me of someone….....Awesome

  • Sassafras replied

    :))) Thank you , Warrior. And I am grateful that you have favored this image. Your support means a lot as I so Love your work, too.
    Peace, Warrior and have a restful weekend,
    Sassi

  • Debra Willis

    Debra Willis

    Thank you so much, and you are welcome!

  • Sassafras replied

    ;))))

  • Sassafras

    Sassafras

    I wish to thank the following people for making this image a favorite:
    Antanas,
    Barry W. King,
    Karon Melillo,
    Linaji,
    Ron Rockman,
    Way of the warrior.
    I so appreciate your support. Z
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Jason Connolly

    Jason Connolly

    Wow, something I would love to come and visit, great shot…

  • Sassafras replied

    I do believe you would find pleasure there, either in the costumes, the ritual dances, the drumming, the singing, or the food. There is something to be enjoyed there. Thank you for commenting.
    Have a peaceful day,
    Sass

  • Sassafras

    Sassafras

    Thank you toPaul Reynolds for making this image a favorite. Much appreciated.
    ~Sass

  • skyhorse

    skyhorse

    What a handsome young man, his costume is a work of art on it’s own & his pride in his heritage is evident in every line – beautiful !!!!

  • Sassafras replied

    Skyhorse~ Welcome to my site. Yes, his costume, demeanor and bearing were a thing of great beauty which I was glad and proud to
    observe , capture and share. Thank you for your visit, comments and
    for making this a favorite.
    Peace,
    sassi

  • RealPainter

    RealPainter

    YOU said…..................for this is when I return to the land of one set of my ancestors to stroll the land, greet old friends, smell the smoke, photograph, eat fry bread, and hear the drummers drum and singers sing.

  • Sassafras replied

    Glad that you have visited, RealPainter. And I thank you for hearing me, leaving your message and for making this a favorite. Feel free to come again.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Sean Farragher

    Sean Farragher

    fantastic capture,,,colors brilliant

  • Sassafras replied

    I applaud your good taste, Sean :)))). Seriously, I thank you for taking the time to come, visit and leave a comment.
    Peace,
    sassi

  • Sassafras

    Sassafras

    To SirenSong—deeply appreciate your making this a favorite.

  • Mary Campbell

    Mary Campbell

    Congradulation on being second, in the challenge, it was my personal favorite..

  • Sassafras replied

    Mary~ I am deeply honored that my image was second. WooooHooooo!
    Thank you for your oh so kind remarks. They mean a lot.
    Peace,
    sassi

  • Sarah McKoy

    Sarah McKoy

    Congratulations on being runner up.

  • Sassafras replied

    Thank you, Sarah. For first of all being my friend and then for your comment.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Ann E.  Chapman

    Ann E. Chapman

    Congratulations my sista what a wonderful image, well done…...Sensei.

  • Sassafras replied

    Thank you, sensei. Much appreciated.

  • Kate Purdy

    Kate Purdy

    His intensity takes me back in time…”This is who I AM”
    Great and timeless portrait.

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome , Kate, so glad you came to visit and love that you connected so strongly with this photo. That’s awesome! Wow.
    Thank you , as well, for making this a favorite and for putting me on your watchlist. I am very appreciative.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • Cathy Cale

    Cathy Cale

    FANTASTIC capture!!

  • Sassafras replied

    OMG Cathy~ I am totally falling down on the job of keeping abreast of some of these comments. I apologize for taking so long to find your comment. And I Thank you for making this one a favorite.
    Your support is so encouraging.
    Walk in beauty,
    Sassi

  • lareejc

    lareejc

    I LOVE IT – TOTALLY! I just came from ‘wayofthewarrior’s sight to check yours out and I am so thrilled to be here…the young warrior DOES command respect…you can see it in his eyes; his regalia is beautiful; love all those blues he used and ofcoarse those feathers – and yes – the BIG bird that donated that feather should also be so honored to have it used in such an honorary way:)

  • Sassafras replied

    Thank you. I was so psyched that Tony wrote to me for I so respect his work and I love how he added his elements and his narrative to this photo. And yes, that was some big bird that donated that feather :)).
    Peace and thanks again,
    Sassi

  • Sassafras replied

    Just found that you made this a *favorite. Thank you. I’ll get the hang of this after a while, I hope ;))
    Walk in peace,
    Sassi

  • david campbell

    david campbell

    fantastic

  • Sassafras replied

    Thanks, David. So glad that you like this image.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • Sassafras replied

    I thank you for making this a favorite.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • Sassafras

    Sassafras

    To PaulReynolds_ Thank you for making this image a favorite. I really appreciate it.
    Peace,
    Sass

  • Gethin

    Gethin

    hi Sassi,
    awesome capture!! what a fantastic portrait, and i see half the inspiration behind the WayoftheWarrior collaboration… no wonder as to why.. great work!

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi Gethin~ Thank you for visiting the gallery and I’m glad you connected so well with this artwork.
    Peace,
    Sassi

  • NomadicGoddess

    NomadicGoddess

    This is a fantastic photograph, would make an awesome pastel drawing, I did a trip over Canada and America a long time ago now, and I was fascinated with the Native Indian American culture, we managed to get to Colorado and see a pow wow at cave dwellings,dont know if you’ve been there, but it would be worth the trip if you havent. Thanks for introducing me to your world

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi Ali~ Welcome to the gallery and thanks for your kind comments. Yours is the 2nd suggestion that I go to the Colorado caves so…I guess I’m being drawn to visit that state.
    Thanks for the nudge :))
    Walk in beauty,
    Sassi

  • shahidarahima

    shahidarahima

    YOU ARE SSASSY AND STRONG IN YOUR WORK,THANK YOU FOR HONORING MY POEPLE IN SUCH A LOVELY WAY.

    I AM CHEROOKEE BORN.

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome.
    Peace to you and your clan. Thank you for your kind message. I do appreciate it.
    ~Sassafras

  • James Clark

    James Clark

    WOW! This is an awesome shot..The intensity in his facial expression says it all..

  • Sassafras replied

    Hi James, thanks for the visit and thanks for the compliment.
    My one regret is that I was unable to make contact with him when I was on the rez this summer so he doesn’t know that he is online.
    Peaceful times,
    ~sass

  • van049

    van049

    FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!xx

  • Sassafras replied

    Thanks, Van , for your kind comment. And for making this a Favorite.
    Peace,
    sassi

  • PatriciaLM

    PatriciaLM

    Very verydeeply spiritual… a very proud moment ….gathering are so you can pass on your history to the new generation…let it never be forgotten…like we do the moari of NZ…...
    special piece to me…Patricia :):::: X

  • Sassafras replied

    Welcome, Patricia. I thank you for taking the time to visit, leaving behind such a sweet, sweet message and for making this a FAVORITE.
    My photography is to leave a trail where I have been and to say to family, friends and others, this is what I found beautiful and important. To say, this is what stirred me at my soul.
    Thank you, Patricia for letting me know it touched you, too. ;)
    Sassafras

  • Fotography by Felisa ~

    Fotography by ...

    The native dress is so impressive and beautiful. A proud and beautiful young man who keeps his native peoples spirit alive for all to enjoy. Thank you for bringing it to those who rarely get to see it.

  • Sassafras replied

    Thank you , Felisa, for your kind comments. I so appreciate them.
    Peace,
    Sassi

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