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THE EXHIBIT:

"Redefining Indigenous" aims to spotlight the rich and evolving narratives of Native American life within our region. Most of the surviving members of Native tribes in the U.S. reside on the East Coast, comprising 4.7 million of the country’s 9 million Indigenous descendants. Frequently stereotyped and exploited, "Redefining Indigenous" is a reclaiming and reintroduction of the modern-day Native American experience through the arts. It explores living in the modern world while honoring our ancestors and preparing the next generations. This exhibition invites the public to experience works from various tribes, celebrating cultural adaptations that honor the past while embracing the present and future.

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exhibition winners

Through their discerning eyes, Terry White, Marcus Dunn, and Evvyn Richardson have identified these exceptional pieces as the champions of the exhibition.

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FIRST PLACE

The Fruit of Lowery

Sophia Gebert (Cherokee)

Acrylic on Canvas

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SECOND PLACE

Lumbee Woman

Karina McMillan (Lumbee)

Graphite and Acrylic Pen

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THIRD PLACE

Man in the Middle

Jamie Lynn Locklear (Lumbee)

Pine Straw and String

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Fiber and Form - Joan Blackwell 

Take a Closer Look

The goal of "Redefining Indigenous" is to reclaim and reintroduce the modern-day experiences of Native Americans through the arts. This exhibition challenges outdated stereotypes, counters exploitation, and celebrates the resilience, identity, and cultural adaptation of Indigenous peoples in the modern world. By showcasing the works of regional artists from various tribes, "Redefining Indigenous" provides a unique opportunity for the public to engage with evolving narratives and artistic expressions that honor ancestral heritage while reflecting contemporary realities.

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Girl Power - John Whittemore 

about the curator

John ManiQ Whittemore is a Member of the Tuscarora Nation Of North Carolina. He has been heavily involved in his culture as an Artist , Dancer , Activists , Cultural Teacher , and Councilor . John has been an Artist his whole life known for mixing street art with fauvism and always painting on thrown out materials . He is currently working in Media with a focus on Videography and Photography . John has always had a passion for the Arts and getting people involved in self expression . 

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Native American Man - Karina McMillan

about the jurors

Terry White

Terry White is a Croatan / Cheraw Member of the Lumbee tribe of North Carolina . He is a culture keeper, Dancer, Singer, and artist . He is very active in his tribal community and is known for his drum creations and feather fan Work which many dancers dance with.

 

https://www.facebook.com/terry.white.1460?mibextid=LQQJ4d

 

Marcus Dunn

Marcus is a member of the Tuscarora Nation Of NC . He is a Graduate of the Arts from the American Indian Institute of Arts . Marcus is a Singer , Dancer , Culture Keeper , Educator and Celebrated Artists . He has toured throughout showcasing his paintings along with his culture . 

https://www.facebook.com/marcus.dunn1?mibextid=LQQJ4d

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Evvyn Richardson 

Evvyn Richardson is a member of the Haliwa Saponi tribe and an Adopted Kiowa Member . She is a dancer , creator , artist , culture keeper , activist , and designer . She is well known for her works within her design company “ The Medicine Kid “ which makes indigenous fashion and collectables.

https://www.facebook.com/evynn.richardson?mibextid=LQQJ4d

https://www.themedicinekid.com

featured artists

Joan C. Blackwell
 
Bea Brayboy
 
Lewis A Cavan III
 
Brittany Pearl Chavis
 
Kesha Billey Clark
 
Zena Nevaeh Clark
 
Vibrina Coronado
 
Ashley Elizabeth Dial
 
John Anthony Edwards
 
Larry Edwards
 
Sophia Gebert
 
Liam Grayson Hunt
 
Lashasta Green
 
Madison Hallman
 
Cindy Kay Locklear
 
Jamie Lynn Locklear
 
Jose Trejo Maya
 
Karina McMillan
 
Hattie Lee Mendoza
 
Daniel Ramirez Lamos
 
Halana Romine
 
Jacque Schacht
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Frances Sandra Whittemore
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