Pamela Jumper ThurmanPamela Jumper Thurman, is the granddaughter of three original Dawes Commission enrollees and has spent a good part of her life living and working in the Cherokee Nation. This work, dating back to the late 1970's, included taking some of the arists featured in this book out to the smaller Cherokee communities to teach others their traditional artistry and perpetuate this valuable knowledge. Pamela holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and is a published author of over eighty articles, book chapters, manuals and curricula on various cultural and health topics. She has co-produced an educational DVD and has also produced numerous health focused Public Service Announcements targeting a national audience. She is an award winning artist in both painting and jewelry and has exhibited at various museums and galleries throughout the United States. She was honored and humbled to be a part of gathering the stories of these gifted artists for this very important project. Read More Read Less