Native People Series Two

“Welcome to Friends of Red Lodge Native Peoples Two Series. The back of each card includes information about the art and the significance of the image from a Native American view”

Title: #226 | “Rodeo Sisters”

When asked about this picture, Susana stated “traditional Native women were just as ‘fashion conscious’ as the women who shop on Rodeo Drive. This is a wonderful picture created by Susana depicting four lively ladies dressed up and ready for a night of fun and dancing…

Title: #252 | “Visions of Red Lodge”

Dreaming of a beautiful future for our Native women. This picture is Mr. Walker’s interpretation of what he ‘envisions’ for Red Lodge Transition Services. Mr. Walker states he is the great, great grandson of Crazy Horse…

Title: #288 | “Looks Within”

“Looks Within” is about introspection and awakening the spirit. “Looks Within” was presented to Red Lodge Transition Services on August 4th, 2012 at the 28th Annual Big Yard Pow Wow by the Lakota Club, behind the Iron Doors of the Oregon State Penitentiary (O.S.P.)…

Title: #275 | “Flathead Child”

Mr. Lomboy is a self taught artist who spends countless hours creating one piece of art at a time. His passion for art is apparent in his attention to detail and perfection…

Title: #239 | “Love Your Mother”

Native Americans refer to the earth as Mother Earth. The earth is a feminine symbol, and Native people consider themselves to be caretakers of the Earth. We must care for her and respect her…love her…

Title: #289 | “Catching Dreams”

One of the old Ojibwa traditions was to hang a dream catcher in their homes. They believe that the night air is filled with dreams both good and bad. The dream catcher, when hung, moves freely in the air and catches the dreams as they float by…