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Flathead Child | #275
Native Americans photographed by Edward S. Curtis called him ‘shadow catcher’, but the images he captured were far more powerful than mere shadows. The men, women, and children seem as alive today as when Curtis took their pictures in the early part of the 20th century. Artist: Lomboy Tribe: Grand Ronde -
Going Home | #278
Salmon represent the ‘Ancient Ones’ to Native people of the Pacific Northwest. From the beginning of time, Native people have been honoring the salmon and thanking the Ancient Ones for giving the People life. Community Artist: Kaila Farrell-Smith Tribe: Klamath-Modoc -
Inuit Baby | #281
Children are considered a sacred gift from the Creator. Young ones are always included in ceremonial practices. It is not unusual to see small Native children sleeping soundly during Pow Wows and Ceremonies, as the drumming and singing continue throughout the night. Artist: Victor Tribe: Unknown -
Coyote | 279
Like real coyotes, mythological coyotes are usually notable for their crafty intelligence, stealth, and voracious appetite. However, American Indian coyote characters vary widely from tribe to tribe. Community Artist: Kaila Farrell-Smith Tribe: Klamath-Modoc -
Little Medicine Man | #304
We are told that the Cherokee Medicine People travel to the rock caves to meet with the Little People and share in their secrets. Medicine people are still today an integral part of the traditional Native American lifestyle. Artist: Noe Tribe: Mayan -
Catching A Rainbow | #309
Rainbows are magical symbols known throughout the world for good fortune, joy and renewal. To be touched by a rainbow is a euphoric experience. For many tribes a rainbow is the path that leads to the spirit world. Artist: R.E.R. Tribe: Unknown -
Winter Gathering | #313
Crow women were known to carry 1/4 of a bison on their back. They could also travel 250 miles in 4-6 days on foot over mountainous terrain. This piece conveys serenity to the viewer, and an admiration of the endurance of this woman and her people. Community Artist: Mark Shelton Tribe: Chinook Nation -
Hummingbird Medicine | #321
Hummingbirds awaken us to the beauty of the present moment. As they dance the four directions, they awaken us to the medicinal properties of plants. Hummingbirds teach us how to draw the life essence from flowers. “They can teach us how to use flowers to heal and win hearts in love.” Community Artist: Adrian Larvie Tribe: Oglala Lakota -
Dreamweaver | #323
In this peaceful scene,a Navajo maiden weaves on her handmade loom under a large tree. Community Artist: Mark Shelton Tribe: Chinook Nation -
Taste of Freedom | #16
Salmon is one of the four sacred foods used by the Indigenous people of the Columbia River Basin during their Longhouse worship ceremonies. Artist: Joseph Tribe: Unknown -
Kicking Bear fought in the Battle of the Little Big Horn on June 25th, 1876. The artist states he drew the chief after watching the documentary Battle of the Little Big Horn, several times. Artist: E. Big Back Tribe: Northern Cheyenne
