Nancy Pheasant (Eastern Band Cherokee), a member of the Wolf Clan, is an accomplished multi-media artist specializing in shell-carving, jewelry, and fabric work.
After retiring from a career as a North Carolina Emergency Medical Paramedic, Pheasant began dedicating herself to preserving the traditional artform of shell-carving and has studied with the internationally renowned shell-carver, Dan Townsend. Pheasant’s own pieces, including museum-quality replica gorgets, have won numerous awards and ribbons and she stays busy designing and sewing ribbon-adorned clothing for community members.
She currently lives in the Wolftown Community of Cherokee, North Carolina.
