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Alexa Day

Name
Alexa Day
Tribe
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
Juried Classification(s)
Textiles
Diverse Arts
Beadwork / Quillwork
Website

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
LIN W 750
SFIM24
LIN W 750
WIM25

2024 Award History

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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.