Singular and Magnetic Artworks by Tatakwan aka
Jude Norris, Award-Winning Multi-Media Contemporary Indigenous Artist.
A Few of My Favorite Things Series
Contemporary Images and Objects
Infused with Timeless Native American Dynamics.
Are you an art lover? A Contemporary Indigenous Art
and/or Culture appreciator or creator?
(Indigenous ie Native American, Native, Amerindian, or First Nations..).
Are you a curator or collector?
Or maybe you’re a ‘wanna-be’ (for any or all of the above)..
Just looking for a little art fix?
Or perhaps a unique gift for a loved one, friend, or associate?
Hello and Welcome.
You are now on the Tatakwan Arts website, the ether-territory of renowned and
award-winning Plains Cree Multi-Media Artist Jude ‘Tatakwan’ Norris.
If any of the above questions or needs describes you, chances are high
you can find what you’re looking for within this site. Please explore and enjoy
the Tatakwan website and artwork. At the very least you may find something of
interest or beauty, or learn something new about First Nations art and culture.
Tatakwan is adept at creating exquisite, highly original artworks
in a variety of mediums. You will find dynamic pieces in both 2 and 3D
by following the links on the images throughout this page,
and on the navigation menu links to the left.
Do you feel a connection to Native American Culture?
Are you drawn to First Nations vision?
Do you love and respect the environment?
Come explore these connections by delving deeper into the art of Tatakwan.
And why not express and honor that relationship through the art you embrace?
Since time immemorial, Native American cultures have epitomized
‘eco-friendliness’. Its often said that Indigenous peoples are
the ‘original environmentalist’, and this is true.
Love and respect for the land and ‘all our relations’ is
built right into First Nations cultures and always has been.
All Tatakwan’s work is created with this understanding. Her art expresses
and celebrates the connection to and between everything around us
– the earth, animals, plants, each other, our ancestors
- as well as culture and technology.
In a world of many ‘striving’ to be original and avant garde,
good Contemporary Native American artwork is truly cutting edge.
Its often lovely, but its also more than just a ‘pretty face’.
It doesn’t have to try hard to be clever, or leave it at that.
Strong Indigenous Art of today is loaded with richness.
It includes beautiful combinations, qualities and perspectives
that add up to something truly unique in the world of art.
Tatakwan’s art contains strong visual style, layers of meaning, and ancient
spiritual foundation. Its traditional, trend-setting, and environmentally-conscious,
all at once.
If you are new to Contemporary Native American Art, would like more insight or
are just curious to know more, please download Tatakwan’s ebook
‘Spirits in the Machines: Understanding Contemporary Native Art’.
This is a free gift to you, as is the free ‘Fox & Orchid’ painting wallpaper.
You can find out more about the artist and her practice on the about Tatakwan
and Tatakwan CV pages. Also read her in-depth personal and cultural perspectives, concerns and inspirations on her Artist Statement & Rant.
There are singular, quality artworks here for you, whatever your budget.
Tatakwan offers you very affordable giclee printed digital paintings,
both on paper and in smaller sizes on canvas. The small yet rich
hand-printed linocuts are also ideal for the modest budget.
If you are looking for something distinctive to wear, the artist’s cutting-edge beadwork designs begin at moderate prices for smaller pieces.
Beautiful keepsake boxes, each hand-printed with the Tatakwan wing logo,
are another elegant yet economical way to you can own or give an original work
by this ground-breaking artist.
Are you searching for something significant to give to someone special
or important? A Tatakwan piece makes an unforgettable gift.
A beadwork choker, for example, is a small but lovely hand-made artwork
with both highly traditional and post-modern elements.
Worn or wall-mounted, you can be sure it’s a very unique item.
If you are looking for something more imposing, consider a larger
Tatakwan digital painting on canvas or paper. All Tatakwan giclee printed paintings
are archival quality and highly collectible.
They come in a selection of edition sizes.
If you’re ready to make a larger investment, some of the larger sizes are released in much smaller ‘special’ editions.
Also perfect for the collector are Tatakwan’s traditional plains-style doll’s. These singular dolls are meticulously hand-made by the artist using brain-tanned deer hide and other historically accurate materials like horse hair and porcupine quills.
Traditional Plains-Style Dolls
In addition to the work available here, Tatakwan creates powerful and engaging sculptural work. She creates three dimensional pieces in a variety of sizes, and makes both free-standing and wall-mounted sculpture. If you’re looking for something unique, these could make an outstanding addition to your contemporary collection.
To see sculpture and installation series by Tatakwan aka Jude Norris go to
www.JudeNorris.com
Note from the artist:
Whatever your walk of life, your culture, or your financial bracket at the moment,
I believe there is something in my work that can touch something within you. Something universal, uplifting or inspiring.
Gift giving and receiving is fundamental part of Native American culture.
We know that when you give, you receive. Traditionally, the greatest measure of our chiefs and warriors is their ability to provide for and share with others.
Through my artwork, I’m sharing my personal journey, experience, creative gifts and craftsmanship with you. If my work touches you, you can reciprocate by simply appreciating it, or by adding it to your collection – or even starting one!
You can also share it. You can give a Tatakwan artwork as a gift, or just
share this site with others you think may appreciate or enjoy it.
Don’t forget there are free gifts here, too. Please make sure you download for your ‘fox & orchid’ wallpaper artwork (from my ‘Favorite Things series) and your ebook about contemporary Native Art.
Enjoy!
All My Relations,
Nitataminan,
Kehiyow Tatakwan Awasis
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