Ledger Artist Donald Montileaux: Meaning & Inspiration

What insight! In this snippet of our interview with Native American artist Donald Montileaux, he shares with us some of the meaning behind his work, what he enjoys about the art making process, those who have inspired him, and the thing he admired most about his mentor Herman Red Elk.

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Donald Montileaux: Ledger Drawings, Books, Paper & Care

In this episode, artist Donald Montileaux tells us why creating ledger drawings are culturally important to him and also explains his technique and the importance of good materials – ledger books, the unique physical qualities of the paper, and their history – and what he does to ensure the longevity of his drawings.

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Call for Artists! Traditional Beadwork & Quillwork to Contemporary Artwork

Roadtrip to Crow Country

Roadtrip to Crow Country

Every April for the past several years, Michael (from the Sioux Trading Post) and Dan (our General Manager) enjoy a few days away from the store and take a trip to Montana’s Northern Cheyenne and Crow reservations.

Their goal is to network, meet new artists, and purchase some amazing new artwork for the store (they have also made a lot of friends over the years and say they look forward to reconnecting with them and catching up most of all).

Come out and see them – the trip begins April 26!

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2012 BHSU American Indian Awareness Week & Lakota Omniciye Wacipi

2012 BHSU Pow WowHere in the Black Hills, the beginning of Spring is marked by American Indian Awareness Week and Lakota Omniciye Wacipi at Black Hills State University in Spearfish, SD.

This event is open to the public and a great opportunity to enjoy traditional food, see beautiful regalia, watch amazing dancers, listen to the haunting sounds of Native song, and experience the powerful, heart throbbing beat of the legendary drum!
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Donald Montileaux: History of Ledger Art

The other day we chatted with artist Donald Montileaux and got an inside look at his studio – we looked at some amazing work, had the chance to see some of his drawings in progress, and also learned some of the meaning behind his artwork, what inspires him, and his greatest mentors.

In this first episode, Donald tells us about one of his greatest mentors, how he became a ledger artist, and also gives us a quick lesson about the history of this art form.

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