Category Archives: Artists

Artist Mike McLeod: How I Got My Start

In Part 3 of our talk with Native American artist Mike McLeod, he tells us a little more about what inspires him, reflects on how he got his start, and remembers a few of his favorite Country Western stars (who … Continue reading

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Featuring Artist Donald Montileaux

He is renowned for his iconographic ledger drawings that effortlessly combine his vibrant use of color and stylized imagery with a beautiful sense of movement. He is celebrated for his highly anticipated recent body of work that captures the more … Continue reading

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Artist Mike McLeod Demonstrates How to Paint a Buffalo Hide

In Part 2 of our interview with Native American artist Mike McLeod, he shares a few of his tips and techniques for painting a buffalo robe and also tells us about his imagery and the cultural symbolism behind his images. … Continue reading

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Chippewa Artist Mike McLeod – Inspiration

Chippewa artist Michael McLeod is well known for his beaded and painted pouches, decorated top hats, bone hair pipe breastplates, and buckskin clothing…but he is celebrated for his painted hides. The other morning he joined us for a chat about … Continue reading

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James Little Wounded: Symbols & Color

The expressive imagery and powerful colors Minneconjou Lakota artist James Little Wounded uses in his artwork are not only beautiful, but they are also filled with meaning. In this snippet, James explains some of the symbolism he uses and the … Continue reading

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