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Visit Cherokee Nation offers a variety of workshops led by experts in a wide range of disciplines in the arts. This workshop series was made possible by the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act. Signed into law by Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner in 2022, the act aims to give relief to Cherokee artists negatively impacted by COVID-19. The act invests in artists through the acquisition of authentic Cherokee art, cultural classes, market support and facility enhancements.
All are welcome to participate. Due to their popularity, workshop classes fill up quickly and availability is not guaranteed. No video or audio recording, please.
New classes are added throughout the year to continually offer new subjects and learning opportunities. Follow Visit Cherokee Nation on social media for the latest information surrounding Cherokee Artist Workshops.
Cherokee National Treasure Vivian Cottrell, renowned for her mastery in the art of basketry, is sharing her knowledge on the best practices for taxes and reporting as an independent artist. This class will cover how to set up and file sales tax reports as well as record keeping requirements and income tax filing tips. Come join Vivian and get confident about doing your taxes. Secure your spot in class.
Artist Troy Jackson, a Cherokee National Treasure for his work in pottery, often times creating large pieces from clay and metal, brings his knowledge and skill to the Cherokee Arts Center as he leads a class on taking your clay pieces to a bronze sculpture. This workshop session will introduce twelve basic steps on how to produce a bronze sculpture from start to finish. It will include information on the materials, tools and supplies needed to make the transition as well as what is expected from both the foundry and you as the artist. If you have any interest in learning this process, this is a can’t miss event. Join Troy and reserve your spot in class today.
Dr. Brett Riggs is the Sequoyah distinguished professor of anthropology and sociology at Western Carolina University’s College of Arts and Sciences. He earned his doctoral degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He served as deputy tribal historic preservation officer for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Jane Osti is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation and a Cherokee National Treasure. A nationally acclaimed ceramic artist who studied under Anna Belle Sixkiller Mitchell and who earned her master’s degree from Northeastern State University, Osti has taught and mentored the next generation of Cherokee potters.
America Meredith is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation and publishing editor of First American Art Magazine. She is a painter, printmaker and independent curator who earned her MFA degree at the San Francisco Art Institute.
Dr. Brett Riggs is the Sequoyah distinguished professor of anthropology and sociology at Western Carolina University’s College of Arts and Sciences. He earned his doctoral degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He served as deputy tribal historic preservation officer for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Jane Osti is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation and a Cherokee National Treasure. A nationally acclaimed ceramic artist who studied under Anna Belle Sixkiller Mitchell and who earned her master’s degree from Northeastern State University, Osti has taught and mentored the next generation of Cherokee potters.
America Meredith is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation and publishing editor of First American Art Magazine. She is a painter, printmaker and independent curator who earned her MFA degree at the San Francisco Art Institute.
PRODUCT DIVERSITY: MaryBeth Timothy
MaryBeth Timothy, a Cherokee Artist and co-owner of MoonHawk Art, is leading a class with techniques and strategies on how to boost your art business and reach more customers through product diversity.
Join the two-hour class to discover tips and best practices on sublimation, print-on-demand, licensing, illustrating, surface design and education, and how each facet will benefit your art business. Discover how important product diversity is to significantly increasing revenue streams and broadening your customer base.
Cherokee National Treasure Troy Jackson, an award-winning artist specializing in pottery and sculpting, is leading a class on how to build your own portable gas kiln.
Taking place at the Cherokee Arts Center in Tahlequah, OK, Jackson will use this five-hour class to walk through, step-by-step, how to build a portable gas kiln as well as what materials you will need to achieve a 1745-degree firing. The class is free and will be capped at 20 students. Sign up and learn a unique and important skill from Cherokee National Treasure Troy Jackson.
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