SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Alexa Day

Name
Alexa Rae Day
Tribe
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
Main Classification
Textiles
Classification #2
Diverse Arts
Classification #3
Beadwork / Quillwork
Website

SWAIA Booth History

Summer 2024
LIN W 750
Winter 2024
Portfolio Example & Artist Statement
Alexa Day

Boozhoo! My name is Alexa Rae Day from Peshawbestown, Michigan. I am Anishinaabe, Lakota and Hochunk. My work is focused on the revitalization of our Indigenous lifeways. In my art, I also look to our ancestors to show that we are still here. Our art is still being made today. Most of my work is made with old and new techniques and materials. I use traditionally smoked hides, modern stabilizer felt, vintage beads and brand new Czech Charlotte cut beads. I strive to couple our teachings and techniques from the past with new methods of learning of dominant society to strengthen our Indigenous lifeways.

2024 Portfolio

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