along with the founding of the native american church came new artwork and art techniques. european trade materials such as beads and metal were incorporated into artwork. therefore, the category of “peyote art” includes traditional and contemporary styles. many art pieces are ritual instruments or for ceremonial settings. these objects of art include gourd rattles made of hardwoods, glass beads, leather fringe, and dyed horsehair. furthermore, most objects, if they are associated with the church, are produced by men. there are also feather fans that can be made from hawk, golden eagle, mascot or other birds’ feathers. these fans are one of the most important objects related to the church because they represent the bird symbolism in the religion. moreover, there are also drum sticks and ritual staffs that have carvings of tipis, birds, stars, sun patterns, and other symbols important to the church. however, there are also non-instrumental art pieces such as paintings and jewelry.