Elouise Kee

Elouise Kee is a distinguished Navajo (Diné) silversmith based in the historic art hub of Gallup, New Mexico. Known for her meticulous “saw and file” work, Elouise has spent decades refining a style that balances traditional Navajo motifs with a crisp, contemporary finish. She is particularly celebrated for her ability to work with large-scale, premium stones and shells—ranging from high-grade Royston and Kingman turquoise to vivid spiny oyster—setting them in “shadowbox” styles or elevated bezels that highlight the natural character of the material.

A multi-generational talent, Elouise is part of a prolific family of jewelers; she notably taught her husband, the accomplished silversmith Eugene Belone, the craft of jewelry making. Today, Elouise and Eugene live in Gallup where they continue to raise their family and produce award-winning work. Her jewelry is sought after for its consistent technical perfection, sturdy construction, and the soulful, hand-worked quality that defines the best of Gallup-style silversmithing. Her pieces are easily identified by her “Elouise Kee” hallmark and can be found in premier Southwestern galleries across the United States.