Četáŋ Ská (pronounced chey-tahn ska) is a jewelry and design brand created by Sičangu Lakota artist Dyani White Hawk. The name translates to “White Hawk” in Lakota, reflecting both personal identity and cultural grounding. Her work blends traditional Indigenous patterns and techniques with contemporary materials such as laser-cut acrylic and mirror, resulting in striking, modern pieces. Above/Below is a contemporary line featuring mirrored or acrylic components. “As above, so below is a meaningful Lakota symbol known as the kapemni. It expresses the idea of reflection between sky and earth. It conveys the belief that what exists in the heavens is also present on the earth. In Lakota understanding, the “above” signifies the spirit world, while the “below” refers to the physical, earthly realm. Dyani White Hawk’s work honours this lineage and the intergenerational transmission of knowledge, particularly the artistry of Indigenous women in her family and community. Her jewelry translates traditional practices such as quillwork and beadwork into contemporary forms, carrying forward stories of kinship, resilience, and quiet strength.
