SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Talisha Lewallen

Name
Talisha Lewallen
Tribe
Cherokee Nation
Juried Classification(s)

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
LIN E 733
WIM24
SFIM24

2024 Award History

N/A
Portfolio Example & Artist Statement
Talisha Lewallen

As a Cherokee artist, my work is a bridge between tradition and innovation, honoring the weaving techniques passed down through generations while exploring new forms of artistic expression. Basketry, for me, is more than craft – it is a reflection of resilience, identity, and connection to the land and community.Each piece I create, from double wall baskets to contemporary designs adorned with copper and woven figures, tells a story rooted in Cherokee culture. I weave not only with reed and wire but with intention, allowing symbolism and personal narratives to emerge through each pattern and form.

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