SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Avis Charley

Name
Avis Charley
Tribe
Spirit Lake Dakota
Classification(s)
2-D

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
LIN W 738
SFIM24
LIN W 738
WIM25
60

2025 Best of Show Awards

First Place
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Second Place
Iiia. Category 1106 - Ledger Art, Any Medium in 2D
Honorable Mentions
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2024 Best of Show Awards

First Place
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Second Place
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Honorable Mentions
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Portfolio Example & Materials Statement
Avis Charley

I create drawings and paintings using colored pencils on antique ledger paper and oil paint on canvas, centering Native women's stories and experiences. My work reflects the vibrancy of our cultural heritage while documenting contemporary Indigenous realities. Through accurate details and historical materials, I bridge past and present, ensuring these narratives endure for future generations.