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Bio At the heart of Collette’s artistic practice is the weaving of her life experiences, her identity as a Xicana of Indigenous descent, and her home in the Chihuahuan Desert. The vast terrain of her homelands offered an eclectic blend of desert and open countryside for exploration. The flora and fauna that thrived in that environment continue to hold a powerful influence on her. This sacred relationship with nature is strongly reflected throughout her various bodies of work. Subjects of Collette’s visual narratives are imbued with a suprahuman mythos, inviting the viewer to experience the natural world with reverence and joy. Process With an emphasis in Graphic Arts, Collette’s themes are expressed through various mediums, including digital illustration, printmaking, painting, and public art. Crisp lines, meticulous detail, and vibrant color are hallmarks of her style. Collette creates her work digitally using Adobe Illustrator — these images are transferred onto wood, paper, or cloth through techniques like hand painting, screen-printing, or linoleum block printing. She also develops lifestyle and houseware products, including apparel, bandanas, water bottles, art prints, and decals sold in gift shops, galleries, and museums.

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Tasha Tetpon Inupiaq and Athabaskan Alaskan Native

Artist bio: “Crafted with passion, worn with pride.” Through my artwork in Moongrove beads I am proud to be able to connect to my heritage and history. My name is Tasha Tetpon. I'm an Alaska Native; Half Inupiaq and half Athabaskan. I was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. My father, Mark Tetpon, inspired me to get more involved with my culture and heritage by learning how to bead and work with walrus ivory and whale baleen as it is used in a lot of our traditional regalia and in art form. I'm looking forward to carry on our heritage and culture through my artwork. My hope is that my artwork inspires individuality and creative expression.

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GreyHart Beading

James Halfmoon-FastHorse is a member of the

Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla, Cayuse,

and Walla Walla, and resides in Eastern

Oregon. His lineage is Lakota on his father's side

and Cayuse/Nimipuu on his mother's side. James

draws his inspiration from his family and is

motivated to carry on the traditional practices

and values from generations before, whether

that be jewelry-making and beading, gathering

and foraging, or hunting on the usual and

accustomed native lands. He is also a General

Contractor and member of the Tribal

Employment Rights Office, an organization that

advocates for native-owned businesses.

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Gail Lee Cowdin, a celebrated author, captivates readers with her intricate tales of mystery and crime. Her works, deeply intertwined with her roots and heritage, are prominently featured at the Museum of Native American History, reflecting her profound connection to the local community. Known for her engaging storytelling and vivid character development, Cowdin has carved a niche for herself in the literary world. Her ability to blend suspense with cultural elements has earned her a dedicated readership and critical acclaim.

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