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Cultural Understanding Through Art




An uncharacteristically gorgeous and sunny November Saturday took us on a road trip to Newport, Oregon. We had a wonderful opportunity to visit with Lisa Brown, founder of All Native Creations, an artist co-op comprised primarily of Native American tribal members and descendants.

Lisa, a member of the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians, has years of experience in providing services "to assist tribal members to eliminate barriers, create plans for financial sufficiency, and to share info regarding concepts to assure emotional, physical and spiritual wellness." Through All Native Creations, Lisa leads the artist co-op and educates patrons though art and cultural workshops. Humility ranks high among all virtues, and Lisa credits the generosity of numerous elders and spiritual teachings, for allowing her to share knowledge about balance and respect for the earth and others.

Being able to experience a busy Saturday afternoon at All Native Creations offered a remarkable insight into Lisa's operations. She expertly juggled addressing questions by patrons about featured works, taking time for an impromptu art instruction (pictured above), and tending to our interview. Lisa's success will be among those featured in the winter edition of OMB.

All Native Creations invites all to a holiday craft fair, to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 8 and 9 at Chinook Winds Casino Resort Convention Center. Siletz tribal members and casino employees will display their creations. For more info, call Linda Wagner at 541-996-2323 or call 1-888-CHINOOK, ext. 2323.

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