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Book Synopsis: A groundbreaking survey of contemporary Indigenous art and its enduring connections to the land
The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans brings together works by many of today’s most boldly innovative Native American artists. Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, one of the leading artists and curators of her generation, has carefully chosen some fifty works across a diversity of practices—including weaving, beadwork, sculpture, painting, printmaking, drawing, photography, performance, and video—that share the common thread of the land.
This beautifully illustrated book features both well-known and emerging artists, from G. Peter Jemison (Seneca Nation of Indians, Heron Clan) and Kay WalkingStick (Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma/European descent) to Eric-Paul Riege (Diné) and Rose B. Simpson (Pueblo of Santa Clara, New Mexico). Smith brings her personal perspective to the Native American experience and Indigenous connections to the land. In her essay, heather ahtone examines the history and practices of landscape art, shedding light on how it is both a tool for self-expression and a means to understanding the natural world. Celebrated poet and memoirist Joy Harjo pays homage to the land in her poem “Once the World Was Perfect.” Shana Bushyhead Condill discusses the themes and practices that distinguish these artworks.
The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans shares new perspectives on these visionary and provocative artists while offering a timely celebration of contemporary Indigenous art.
Published in association with the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC
Exhibition Schedule
National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC
September 22, 2023–January 15, 2024
New Britain Museum of American Art, New Britain, Connecticut
April 18–September 15, 2024
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Discover the groundbreaking world of contemporary Indigenous art with The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans. This captivating book showcases the works of today’s most innovative Native American artists, carefully selected by renowned artist and curator Jaune Quick-to-See Smith. From weaving to sculpture, painting to performance, this diverse collection of fifty works explores the enduring connection between Indigenous artists and the land.
Immerse yourself in the stunning illustrations as you explore the artistic visions of both established and emerging artists such as G. Peter Jemison, Kay WalkingStick, Eric-Paul Riege, and Rose B. Simpson. Through their artwork, Smith and these talented artists offer a personal perspective on the Native American experience and the significance of Indigenous connections to the land.
Delve into a thought-provoking essay by heather ahtone, which delves into the history and practices of landscape art, shedding light on how it serves as a tool for self-expression and an avenue for understanding the natural world. Celebrate the power of the land with celebrated poet and memoirist Joy Harjo's poignant poem “Once the World Was Perfect.” Discover the themes and practices that set these artworks apart as Shana Bushyhead Condill guides you through their significance.
The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans is not just a book; it is a celebration of visionary and provocative artists. Published in association with the National Gallery of Art, immerse yourself in this timely collection and gain new perspectives on the thriving world of contemporary Indigenous art. Get your copy now to join the journey through Native American cultural heritage and its profound connection to the land.
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