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SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Mikailah Thompson

Name
Mikailah Thompson
Tribe
Ninimîipuu
Classification(s)
Jewelry

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
PLZ 28
SFIM24
WIM25

2024 Best of Show Awards

First Place
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Second Place
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Honorable Mentions
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2025 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
Mikailah Thompson

Beadwork is a traditional Native American art from derived from trade. Mikailah uses a technique passed down from family primarily utilizing seed beads, needles, and thread. The process consists of tacking down 2-3 beads at a time. The style she gravitates toward to is contemporary with traditional nim�ipuu influences.