Eric Smith

Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw Nation

Eric Smith is a bow maker, a modern artisan paying homage to a truly ancient craft. It’s one he has practiced over many years through the deep knowledge passed down from older generations. Every bow he makes is fully functional and is taken directly from historical designs, and it’s that attention to detail and cultural accuracy that made some rather high-profile individuals take notice. Producers of the Academy Award-winning film The Revenant approached Smith for his expertise, and in just three weeks, he and his apprentice created 35 bows and 300 arrows for the project. For more, watch Eric Smith in the April 1, 2016 episode of CNTV News.

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