When we think of Lakota art or decorated animal robes from this area, we typically think of buffalo, deer, or elk, but the other day artist Kevin Fast Horse amazed us with his latest (and very unique)…
Walking into Donald Montileaux's studio, a colorful drawing of Mickey Mouse is prominently mounted on the wall and seems as if to greet us as we enter the space. Looking around at Donald's studio,…
In this snippet of our talk with American Indian artist Donald Montileaux, we discuss his latest series of masks - where his inspiration came from, how he feels about exploring new ideas in his wor…
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, tho…
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,…
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…
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 s…
Donald Montileaux's latest series of work explores the idea of a protective masks. They were inspired by his friend Dakotah Hollow Horn Bear's story about a Lakota ceremony:A long time ago, prior to t…
In Part 3 of our talk with Native American artist Mike McLeod, he tells us a little more about what inspires him, reflects on how he got his start, and remembers a few of his favorite Country Weste…
He is renowned for his iconographic ledger drawings that effortlessly combine his vibrant use of color and stylized imagery with a beautiful sense of movement.He is celebrated for his highly anticipat…
In Part 2 of our interview with Native American artist Mike McLeod, he shares a few of his tips and techniques for painting a buffalo robe and also tells us about his imagery and the cultural symbo…
Chippewa artist Michael McLeod is well known for his beaded and painted pouches, decorated top hats, bone hair pipe breastplates, and buckskin clothing...but he is celebrated for his painted hides.…
