Tag: Native American
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Arikara Woman
The Native American people are a favorite subject of mine. Drawn to them both for their handsome features and highly individualized aesthetic, but also in another harder to describe way. I often pull inspiration from historic photographs. I know almost nothing about these individuals but what insight can be gained through their collective histories and…
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Young Lady with Crow Blanket
ABOUT THE ARTWORK “A Young Lady with Crow Blanket” is an imaginary portrait informed by historic photos and traditions. This work is an attempt to capture the sense of mystery emblematic of a past culture while at the same time exploring connections and influences that are interpreted and expressed through modern eyes. My hope is…
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Arapaho Woman
ABOUT THE ARTWORK The Native American people are a favorite subject of mine. Drawn to them both for their handsome features and highly individualized aesthetic, but also in another harder to describe way. I often pull inspiration from historic photographs. I know almost nothing about these individuals but what insight can be gained through their…
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Crow Scout
ABOUT THE ARTWORK This portrait is loosely based on the photographs of Ashishishe, Curly, a Crow scout for Custer, allied with the American army to fight their mutual enemy the Sioux. I was drawn to his portraits for the intense, purposeful gaze he possessed. We can get some sense of the struggle and resolve of…
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Indian Maiden with Dandelions
ABOUT THE ARTWORK This portrait is not exactly a portrait as it is entirely imaginary. It’s not based on any historic photo or contemporary individual but is pulled from an imagination informed by these. She could be a timeless representation of the histories and life of a people but that the dandelions date her. Unlike…
Liz Parker 