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“Please support local non-profits on Feb 23-24 with Give Big Green Bay"
Please donate to our organization!!!
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Please donate to our organization!!!
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Upcoming classes in January with the Oneida Nation Arts Program. To register click here.
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Please consider attending this event on November 20. For more details, visit
https://mosaicartsinc.org/.../holiday-art-market.../.... To become an artist member, visit https://mosaicartsinc.org/become-a-member/ |
Congratulations to Raeann as she's the lucky raffle winner of the multicolored beaded bracelet! This raffle was held for students in the WIA Master Artist Small Storage/Sewing Basket Workshop. Thank you to everyone who participated!
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We are excited to announce we have received a $2,000 Mini Grant from Wisconsin Humanities. Our project, Woodland Indian Art Show & Market, supports Wisconsin Humanities' mission to strengthen the roots of community life through educational and cultural programs that inspire civic participation and individual imagination.
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The Woodland Indian Arts, Inc., would like to share exciting news of two new board members. We are thrilled to have them join our team and look forward to working with them.
Aliskwet Ellis is an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation. She grew up on the Oneida Reservation and lived there most of her life except for her college years. She attended two years at UW-Stout, and transferred to UW-Oshkosh where she received her Bachelor's degree in Sociology.
“I am new to the arts community, however I have had an appreciation for the arts for a long time. My goal for WIA. Inc. is to continue to be able to support our Woodland artists by creating effective opportunities for artists to be able to create & showcase their work. I look forward to learning and collaborating more with the community.” - Yaw^ko, Aliskwet Ellis
Sapatis Menomin is an enrolled member of the Forest County Potawatomi Tribe. He is also Menominee, and Oneida.He grew up on the Oneida Nation reservation and is married to his wife Racheal, and has two amazing children.
Sapatis has an associate's degree from the College of Menominee Nation and a bachelor's degree in First Nations Studies from the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay. He is an artist, and has a passion for art, especially traditional Native American arts and crafts. Sapatis mostly works with acrylics and regalia crafting. He likes to bead, sew, paint and incorporate woodland designs into most of his work.
“To me, art is a language and an expression of many things. These can include history, culture, and even tribal identity. This is why I am glad to be a part of WIA.” - Sapatis Menomin
Aliskwet Ellis is an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation. She grew up on the Oneida Reservation and lived there most of her life except for her college years. She attended two years at UW-Stout, and transferred to UW-Oshkosh where she received her Bachelor's degree in Sociology.
“I am new to the arts community, however I have had an appreciation for the arts for a long time. My goal for WIA. Inc. is to continue to be able to support our Woodland artists by creating effective opportunities for artists to be able to create & showcase their work. I look forward to learning and collaborating more with the community.” - Yaw^ko, Aliskwet Ellis
Sapatis Menomin is an enrolled member of the Forest County Potawatomi Tribe. He is also Menominee, and Oneida.He grew up on the Oneida Nation reservation and is married to his wife Racheal, and has two amazing children.
Sapatis has an associate's degree from the College of Menominee Nation and a bachelor's degree in First Nations Studies from the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay. He is an artist, and has a passion for art, especially traditional Native American arts and crafts. Sapatis mostly works with acrylics and regalia crafting. He likes to bead, sew, paint and incorporate woodland designs into most of his work.
“To me, art is a language and an expression of many things. These can include history, culture, and even tribal identity. This is why I am glad to be a part of WIA.” - Sapatis Menomin
The WIA Master Artist Small Storage/Sewing Basket Class last weekend was spectacular! Students learned a variety of basket techniques that included: a basket base with chicken feet, scarfing a rim, attaching a lid, and black ash curls. Thank you Rae Skenandore for instructing!
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Save the Date!!!
News from one of our artist:
Hello, Good People!
Just letting you know that Antlerbasketry.com will be at the Richfield Art Show. Jason and I invite you to attend.
Thank you! See the notice below.
Richard J. Gonzalez M.A.
Hello, Good People!
Just letting you know that Antlerbasketry.com will be at the Richfield Art Show. Jason and I invite you to attend.
Thank you! See the notice below.
Richard J. Gonzalez M.A.
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SEEKING ONEIDA ARTIST
We are gathering feedback revolving around the impact of Native art sales through the pandemic, where artists are now, and how to further support Native arts and culture. Did we mention there's a chance to win a $25 WIA, Inc. Online Market gift card?! Information provided supports the Federal Administration for Native Americans (ANA) grant application and future WIA Initiatives. Complete our survey here: https://forms.gle/GjG84copaVyXywHd7 |
All artwork is 10% off through March 31! To receive 10% off, type ‘Savings’ in the “Add a coupon code” area during checkout. Artwork can be purchased at our online market. Thank you for supporting Woodland Indian Arts! (See our Online Market tab.)
The WIA Master Artist Bountiful Bowl Workshop last weekend was a hit! Students learned a variety of basket techniques that included: 4 Rod Wale, Triple Twine, and Reverse Triple Twine. Thank you Rae Skenandore for sharing your knowledge!
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Open Call!!!!
The Native Arts and Cultures Foundation (NACF) has an open call for two new award programs, SHIFT and LIFT. The awards range from $10K-$100K over 2 years and is dependent on which program selected. This is an open call to all artist who are enrolled in a federal or state recognized tribe. https://www.nativeartsandcultures.org/news-release-shift... |
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Thank you to The United States Regional Arts Resilience Fund for the monetary award they have given to Woodland Indian Art, Inc. (WIA, Inc.) These funds will help us achieve our goals for this upcoming year.
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WIA, Inc. Celebrates Native American Month
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The month of November was a time to celebrate Native American heritage. Our organization, along with a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, held four master artist workshops that instructed a variety of techniques, and styles for beginner artists that extended into the month of December. Workshops included basketry, birch bark jewelry making, and introduction to Oneida pottery. Students learned the history and culture of our Native people.
Our basketry workshop was taught by Rae Skenandore. Rae is an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation in Wisconsin. She is a latecomer to the art of basketry, having only discovered her skills and passion for basket making in 2017. Rae's baskets are done in both traditional and contemporary styles and made with both traditional and contemporary materials. She is using her ever expanding knowledge of basketry to contribute to the development of her own artistic style and expressing that through her baskets. A variety of Rae's baskets are located on our Online Market and available for purchase. Students in the first in-person basketry workshop made a Market Basket along with Christmas ornaments. Due to high demand, a second basket workshop was made possible where students created a Decorative Round Basket with a pine needle rim and Cherokee Wheels. Our birch bark jewelry workshop was taught by Stephenie Muscavitch Van Every. Stephenie is a multimedia artist and Oneida Language and Culture instructor in Oneida, Wisconsin. Pottery, silverwork, quilting, raised beadwork and graphic design are a few of her specialties. Her art often reflects the importance of female energies while blending traditional methods with modern concepts. Students in the virtual Birch bark and sweet grass corded jewelry set workshop were provided with supply kits, meals, and class recordings to complete at their own pace. Students learned how to acquire the skill of traditional cording and practiced stitching a pair of birch bark and sweet grass earrings with a hair clip. Our final workshop included the introduction to Oneida pottery. This virtual workshop was also instructed by Stephenie Muscavitch Van Every. Students received supply kits, meals, and class recordings to access on their own time. Students learned basic techniques of making Oneida pottery which included the coil method along with ancient methods such as chording, stamping, and incising. We look forward to offering more classes in the near future. We want to extend a huge thank you to the Wisconsin Arts Board with State of Wisconsin funds for supporting these workshops. |
Online shop for Native American art. Look for jewelry, beadwork, and crafts. Native artists, featured on ONAP website, have online shops and social media for you to browse for holiday gifts. They're ready for your shopping needs and convenience.
Click this link at bitly.com/hldymkt
Click this link at bitly.com/hldymkt
WIA, Inc. Hosting Art Classes
Master Artist Classes
Native American Heritage Month Weekend Retreats
Join us as we celebrate Native American heritage month all November long! Choose from three beginner artist classes and learn about the history, traditions, and culture. Lunch will be provided for all students each class day. Registration is $25 per participant per workshop.
The Radisson Hotel & Conference Center.
2040 Airport Dr
Green Bay, WI 54313
United States
Native American Heritage Month Weekend Retreats
Join us as we celebrate Native American heritage month all November long! Choose from three beginner artist classes and learn about the history, traditions, and culture. Lunch will be provided for all students each class day. Registration is $25 per participant per workshop.
The Radisson Hotel & Conference Center.
2040 Airport Dr
Green Bay, WI 54313
United States
Created by: Rae Skenandore
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Created by: Stephenie Muscavitch Van Every
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Created by: Stephenie Muscavitch Van Every
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Basketry Workshop with Market Basket & Christmas Ornaments
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Birchbark & Sweetgrass
Corded Jewelry Set Class Full - No Openings
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Introduction to Oneida Pottery
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Class instructors are supported in part by a grant from WI Arts Board with State of WI funds.
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Welcome Aboard!WIA, Inc., would like to introduce you to our new Board Administrator. Jessica Quintana is a graduate of UW-Oshkosh and has achieved success in various roles that promote diversity, inclusion, leadership, and community service. She is an Oneida descendant with proud Mexican heritage committed to building relationships through connection and communication. Jessica helps others find their voice and encourages them to use it. We are thrilled she is a part of our team.
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WIA, Inc., Looking for Artist
WIA, Inc., is collecting art work to be on exhibition at the Green Bay Radisson. This will be an ongoing project. We are looking for Native American artist who are Woodland or produce Woodland art. Each piece will be photographed and be for sale at the Radisson and we will have it posted on our online store. If you are interested in showcasing your work with us, please apply.
Apply Here!!!
Apply Here!!!
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Woodland Indian Art, Inc. (WIA) is seeking up to 100 pieces of art which would be featured in an exhibit area of the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center on the Oneida Reservation. Sales and shipping of art would be handled by WIA according to the signed agreement between the artist and WIA. This is an ongoing event. Our first deadline was June 5, but we are still accepting applications.
https://www.woodlandindianart.com/…/call_for_artists_letter… |
