These vases by Mitchell Blackhorse showcase a variety of iconography important to the Diné (Navajo) people. Each piece of pottery is signed by the artist. The younger brother of the popular artist Dwayne Blackhorse, the family borrows artistic elements from each other to combine techniques in unique, new ways.

• Shaman's Handprint: Handprints were often used to show an accounting of who was present at a ceremony. The Shaman's handprint, with a spiral in the palm, is a symbol of healing, peace, and energy. 
• Eagles and Feathers: Native Americans see the Eagle as a sacred messenger that carries prayers to the Creator and returns with gifts and visions. We use Eagle feathers to connect us tot his majestic and powerful spirit guide. The Eagle feather holds cleansing and healing powers. The Eagle is seen by many cultures as a symbol of courage, vision, strength and endurance. Chief of all creators in the air, primary servant of the Sun, powerful in battle, protects people from evil, master of the sky, and carrier of prayers are just a few of the roles the Eagle plays. 
• In olden stories, the bear was the first medicine man. Back when the animals could speak, the bear showed us what herbs we could eat and use for medicine. This gave him the name Medicine Bear. He increases good health. In other stories, he is the strongest mammal who represents and increases strength, power, protection, and courage.