SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Catherine Black Horse

Name
Catherine Black Horse
Tribe
Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
Classification(s)
Textiles

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
PAL S 235
SFIM24
PAL S 235
WIM25

2025 Best of Show Awards

First Place
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Second Place
Vie: Category 2602 - Boundary in Textiles
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
Vic: Category 2402 - Other Traditional Style Garments/Dress in Textiles
Portfolio Example & Materials Statement
Catherine Black Horse

Catherine Black Horse is enrolled in the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma. She is a member of the Tom Palmer Band and the Beaver Clan. Catherine Black Horse is a self-taught artist who is known for her intricate beadwork and storytelling art style. Her beaded art pieces often have roots in historical photos dating from the 1800’s. She regularly uses size 15 seed beads for beadwork projects. Catherine’s beaded works have recently earned her recognition through awards at SWAIA’s Santa Fe Indian Market.