Jolene Bird

Jolene Bird is a skilled jeweler and lapidary artist from Kewa Pueblo (Santo Domingo Pueblo) in New Mexico. Born in 1963, she learned the art of jewelry making from her grandfather, who taught her to select and work with high-quality stones. Jolene further refined her skills at the Poeh Institute, studying silversmithing.

Known for her intricate mosaic inlay designs, she hand-cuts every stone and bead in her creations, blending traditional Pueblo motifs with contemporary styles. Her work includes jewelry, pots, vases, and even a mosaic inlaid Gibson guitar.

Jolene’s art has been featured in prestigious institutions like the Smithsonian and the Heard Museum, and she regularly participates in the Santa Fe Indian Market. She collaborates with her sons, Charles and Loren Bird, also accomplished artists. Jolene is celebrated for her craftsmanship, blending tradition with innovation in Native American jewelry.