Named after his grandfather, Suluuq is a self taught artist from Kotzebue, AK. Working mainly with walrus and mastadon ivory for over five years, Suluuq accents his work with baleen.

"Most of what I make are scenes from Eskimo life", says Suluuq. "From building an igloo to hunting a beluga, and hunting seals to sled dog racing."

Suluuq's expression and craftsmanship is revealed in his carvings, earrings and pendents.

Suluuq won "Highest Honor" in both carving ("Seal Hunter") and jewelry ("Eskimo Couple") at the 2001 Arctic Business Gathering and special recognition for carving in 2002. In 2003, Suluuq was awarded First Place in Antler Carving.

"Eskimo Dancers"
Ivory and Baleen dancers
on a Whale Bone stand.

"Seal Hunter"
Made of walrus ivory. Seal is suspended on the harpoon line of caribou sinew. 3" height.

"Eskimo Couple"
Earrings made of walrus ivory, with baleen harpoon.

"Ivory Chain"
Carved from a single piece of walrus ivory. One end has a walrus head, the other an eskimo face. The chain represents the connection between the two.

Caribou Antler Relief Carving
1st Place 2003 ASBG Antler Carving

Mammoth Ivory Ring
Carved from walrus ivory.

"Walrus Kayak"
Carved from walrus ivory with baleen harpoon and paddle, sinew rope.

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