Hopi Silversmith/Goldsmith, Jason Takala is from the village of Songoopavi at Second Mesa, Arizona.  A member of the Snow Clan, Jason began designing for his maternal uncle, Bernard Dawahoya and learned much of the crafting of overlay jewelry from the Hopi Arts Guild and from Pierre Touraine.  Once he mastered the basics, Jason's creativity inspired him to work in gold as well as silver, incorporating more abstract designs that are reminiscent of ancient pottery and textiles.  He continues to produce new and innovative jewelry items....