Description
Donovan Cadman
Navajo
Born in 1968 Gallup New Mexico, Navajo silversmith Donovan Cadman started making jewelry in 1991. Donovan is the brother of renowned silversmiths Darrel and Andy Cadman, and half-brother of Gary and Sunshine Reeves. Anderson Cadman is his father.
Though wholly accomplished in his own right as a silversmith, he only smiths silver on a part-time basis and his pieces, therefore, are not always available. His stampwork and repousse jewelry is known for their unique designs.
He often integrates hummingbirds, dragonflies, and other insects into his artwork. His repousse silver work symbolizes butterflies, which are symbols for transformation and rebirth.
He also uses the double arrow that symbolize friendship.
