Lakota Arts and Crafts Enterprise

Lakota Arts and Crafts Enterprise is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the Lakota people through our artistic creations.   We combine tradition with creativity, ensuring that every product is not only beautiful but also meaningful.  Our hand-carved memorials and artworks tell the stories of connection, love, and deep spiritual bond we share with our horses.

Alvin Iron Cloud, a registered member of the Oglala Lakota, lives on the Pine Ridge reservation.  He understands our spiritual connection to the horse and will embody this connection in the Spirit Horse created to honor your horse. 

At 14, Alvin’s artistic journey began in a wood shop class when a vivid dream of a colorful painted horse inspired him to create. With a piece of wood, carving tools, and paint, he sculpted his first Spirit Horse. The horse wasn’t just a carving, but a glimpse of Alvin’s burgeoning artistic soul. This moment marked the start of his lifelong career. Fueled by endless creativity, Alvin expanded his craft to drawing, carving, and painting, turning his art into a constant exploration of his dreams, visions, and imagination of the horse — his true passion and purpose.

Alvin will need photographs of your horse to create your horse's memorial.  Your own horse's hair can be used to for your Spirit Horse's mane and tail.  

If you have any questions, please email us at info@lakotaartsandcraftsenterprise.com.