Born in Southwestern Arizona on the Navajo Indian Reservation, Norman was fortunate to have experienced childhood traditionally and in today's modern way of Navajo life. Influence from his elders, grandmother a rug weaver and both parents silversmith paved way for him at an early age for his creativity and discovering hidden talents to emerge.
Inspired by the beauty of Navajo tradition, belief and culture Norman incorporates nature's designs such as the earth, the sun, the moon, the clouds, to the simplest element known to Navajo in his artwork. Unlike most jewelers, Norman fabricates his own stamping tools which are produced from high carbon steel. These symmetrically shaped stamping tools give intricate detail to execute one-of-kind master pieces. Always eager and motivated, his latest adventure would be found in sculpting, designing with lost wax casting technique and setting diamonds along with other precious gems.
Today Norman resides in Coolidge Arizona, employed in the field of civil engineering for the Indian Health Service. 8 hour workday is demanding but there is always time to express one's life interpretations.
