Native America Calling

The ledger art tradition flourished among Plains Indians held captive in Fort Marion, Fla. in the last 1800s. Artwork, like this piece "Counting Coup" by a Cheyenne or Arapahoe artist circa 1884 on display in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, continues to be an inspiration and healing expression for incarcerated Native Americans. (Photo: (Photo: Counting Coup by a Cheyenne or Arapahoe artist circa 1884 from the Metropolitan Museum of Art,public domain)

Friday, November 8, 2024 — Art from hardship

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Native Americans have a long and rich tradition of producing artwork from behind bars. In the past, it was both a means of artistic expression and a way to document and communicate important events. Modern inmate artwork is also a vehicle for creative expression. It is also a valuable tool for personal growth and rehabilitation. We’ll hear about artwork’s healing and redemptive significance for incarcerated Native Americans.

GUESTS

Gabe Galanda (member of the Round Valley Indian Tribe), managing lawyer at Galanda Broadman

Genaro Rivas (Shoshone and Paiute), artist and tattoo artist at Feast or Famine Tattoo

Jesus Ancheta (Cowichan First Nation), artist

Dawn Lawson, Leonard Peltier’s personal assistant and a member of the official Leonard Peltier ad hoc committee

 

Break 1 Music: Red Dust Rising (song) Blue Moon Marquee (artist) Scream, Holler, and Howl (album)

Break 2 Music: Midnite Blues (song) Crystal Shawanda (artist) Midnight Blues (album)

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