Martha Berry Cherokee Beadwork Artist

Martha Berry is a Cherokee beadwork artist, who has been highly influential in reviving traditional Cherokee and Southeastern beadwork, particularly techniques from the pre-Removal period. She has been recognized as a Cherokee National Treasure and is the recipient of the Cherokee Nation Seven Star Award and the Tradition Keeper Award. To the extent possible, Berry uses materials that are period authentic to around 1800. Her work is exhibited in museums and universities around the United States and Europe. 

Please visit her website http://www.berrybeadwork.com, where you will find more about the artist, photos of her work over the past two decades and a link to patterns that will get you started on your own project. Patterns are available for beaded bandolier bags, sashes, small purses, belts and moccasins. Thank you for your interest.