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SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Crystal Lepscier

Name
Crystal Lepscier
Tribe
Little Shell Chippewa Tribe of Montana
Juried Classification(s)
Website

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
PAL S 200
SFIM24
WIM25

2024 Award History

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Portfolio Example & Artist Statement
Crystal Lepscier

As a multi-tribal individual, I draw from my communities' traditions to create contemporary pieces that rely on inspiration from woodland designs. Typically, I create works using brain tanned hides, glass seed beads, synthetic sinew, nymo thread, and more recently porcupine quills. I find it important to honor my ancestry while creating pieces that are for use and not just for beauty. You will often find the work I create being worn by individuals for specific purposes, and not just hanging on a wall.