In this final take with artist Kevin Fast Horse during our series, he talks about his love of and enthusiasm for what he does, how amazing it feels when others appreciate what he does...and answers
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After the overwhelming amount of great feedback we received after Michael's first beadwork technique video debut (he introduced us to the
Applique Stitch), we just had to have him come back and
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Before he even touches a bead, beadwork artist
Kevin Fast Horse carefully creates each of his signature designs on graph paper to ensure the composition not only works visually, but will also ac
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We've recently had some inquiries from those of you wanting to learn about different beadwork techniques, so Michael from our Sioux Trading Post offered to give us an intro. Today, he shows us how to
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In take #4 of our trip to Kevin's studio, he tells us (and accidentally shows us) some of the unique challenges involved with working with Italian glass beads, proudly relates how he helped his son
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In take #3 of our visit to Kevin's studio, he tells us about his early career as an artist (at age 5) when he started doing beadwork for his uncles, his need to faithfully document everything, and
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Take #2 of our (Rose and my) visit to Kevin's studio - here he shares with us his love of Italian glass beads - their unique beauty and also the challenges involved when working with these very pec
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Rose and I recently took a trip to beadwork artist Kevin Fast Horse's home studio to hang out with him in his studio for a few hours, watch him work, have some coffee, and just talk and get to know
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Last month, we announced the arrival of our new
sweetgrass harvest. It led to a lot of excitement, and a few inquiries about how to properly light this sweet smelling herb for smudging, so this
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Celebrate the literary arts at the 9th annual South Dakota Festival of Books! This year, the Festival's focus is on works with an American Indian cultural theme.October 7 - 9, this annual event will f
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Here, in the Black Hills, we are gearing up for the 25th Annual He Sapa Wacipi (Black Hills Pow Wow) slated for October 7-9, 2011!This year's theme is “Empowering Our Youth" and is sure to not only br
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We feel we work with some pretty amazing artists - we always look forward to seeing their new pieces, hearing their stories about the work, and are always excited to introduce their new creations i
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