06/27/2026
Summer 2026 CAW - Eagle Artist Highlight
Out of Many - One _ Troy Huckaby
"On the Great Seal of the United States, the eagle carries a banner bearing the Latin phrase E Pluribus Unum—“Out of many, one”—representing the unification of thirteen colonies into a single nation.
Troy Huckaby expands upon this idea, shifting the focus from the formation of a government to the deeper truth of its people. Long before and long after 1776, this land has been shaped by diverse cultures—nations, tribes, and individuals whose histories span centuries and continents. Through flags, symbols, patterns, and textures, he creates a piece that reflects the many places of origin contributing to a shared human story.
• The eagle stands upon a natural wood base engraved with the names of those places of origin.
• In its talons, the eagle holds two opposing forces. The olive branch, aligned with the direction of its gaze, represents peace. The broken arrows, turned away, symbolize conflict, struggle, and violence. Together, they reflect an enduring truth: peace is not passive—it is chosen.
• The tail feathers are composed of flags from the original thirteen colonies. Just as an eagle’s tail guides it in flight, these colonies helped steer the founding of the United States.
• The body is formed from a mosaic of flags and cultural symbols. These fragments—varied in scale and color—reflect the chaotic nature of history. Yet together, they create a unified whole, suggesting that identity is not singular, but collective.
• The white head, rendered with geometric designs, represents the antiquity of human origin.
• From its beak, the eagle carries a tie-dyed flag bearing a universal peace symbol. This modern element reinforces the sentiment “Out of Many, One.”