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"She Calls the Buffalo"
The North
The North is represented by
the buffalo. It's power is that of wisdom, knowledge and abundance. The buffalo was followed by the human tribe and the wolf
tribe. The woman is depicted calling the buffalo using her understanding of the wolf.
"Shaman's Vision"
The East
The East is represented by the eagle.
It teaches the ability to see ahead in one's life and make clear judgments. The eagle can see from a great height and from
a great distance.
"The Power of Innocence"
The South
The South is represented by
the mouse. It teaches innocence and keeping track of things that are close to you, such as your home and family. It speaks
of keeping your world in order.
"The Bear"
The West
The West brings strength and introspection.
We are reminded to look within ourselves for answers and guidance.
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"The Center"
Like the stars that circle around Polaris in the Northern skies,
The Center represents the balance of consciousness when all points of the Medicine Wheel are understood and enlightenment
is attained.
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"The Blue Path"
The Blue Path depicts the spirit of the eagle of the
East following the path of the bear to the West. It has been referred to by various names; The Blue Road, The Black Road,
and The Path of the Unseen.
"The Red Path"
The Red Path goes from the South to the North, from the
innocence of the mouse to the wisdom of the buffalo. It represents life, motherhood and creativity.
The Gift
The image depicts a golden eagle flying high over the walls
of the Grand Coulee, a sixty mile long canyon in north central Washington state. The eagle gifts the riders far below with
it's feather. This was the home of the Sincayuse, also called the Chief Moses people.
This image was used on the cover
of the book Winetou by Karl May, published by Washington State University. Image was also used for the 2002 Omak Stampede.
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