Abstract
This paper discusses ?Changing Hands?, an art review of a major Native American art exhibit at the American Craft Museum by critic David Revere McFadden. It opens with an overview of the exhibit itself and its highlights. The review, and the critic?s ?authority? to report on the exhibit are then discussed. Finally, there is a commentary of the effect the critic?s piece has upon one?s desire to view the exhibit.

From the Paper
"Changing Hands, the exhibit features several art forms of Native America. The artists who have displayed their work have given examples of both traditional and more contemporary pieces - for example a reconstructed earthenware vessel of the type that might have been used centuries ago for water or other liquids. The several art forms shown by the Changing Hands exhibit include wool rug and vegetable dye; gold bracelet work inlaid with larimar, lapis lazuli,sugulited, shell, coral, obsidian and opal; earthenware sculpture; an acrylic collage on wood; glass and copper vase; cottonwood root sculpture; leather beltwork of silver, coral, turquoise, and serpentine; coral necklace with gold and pearls; pendants of gold, wood, silver, coral, turquoise, opal, shell, and lapis lazuli; earthenware canteens and jugs; hinged silver buckles; earthenware tiles of sand, copper, and oil on a wooden panel; sand media on wood."

Tags:David, Revere, McFadden, knowledge, intelligence, earthenware, display

Abstract
In this essay, the writer looks at the work of a select group of Native-American artists working in the post-war era. The writer notes that these artists managed to adapt a Modernist language in their own work, while simultaneously subverting that language in filtering it through their own personal experiences as Native artists. The writer points out that while some of the artists discussed here are still active, focus is limited on the period immediately after World War II and up to the 1980s. The writer provides some insights into the ways in which the Modernist paradigm has constantly been challenged by the work of Native-American artists throughout the post-war period. This paper includes color photographs of various works of art.

From the Paper
"Although Houser would later come to be known primarily for his stone sculptures, this was his first major work in stone, the result of a commission by the Haskell Institute in Lawrence, Kansas. The work was meant to be a tribute to the students of Haskell who had died fighting for the United States in the Second World War. The work is a large-scale monumental piece that, though fairly straightforward in its execution, gives us some insight into the more abstract style that Houser would later develop in the course of his prolific career. The figure depicted, clearly a Native-American Indian male, wears a somber expression on his face. He is staring forward, clearly struck by the immense tragedy of a situation he is barely able to comprehend. He is wrapped in a blanket in an effort to protect himself from the cold harshness of the external world. The sculpture is neither realistic in a monumental sense nor rooted in the traditions of Apache Indian artwork; the style is all Houser's own. The overall shape of the piece is round and smooth. But it is the stunned expression on the Indian's face that ultimately pulls us in, reminding us that there are truths of a more existential nature that cannot be stated so easily, and that it is the task of art to ask such questions."

Tags:tribal, traditions, shape, Indian, figure

Abstract
In this paper, the natural and geographic landscapes symbolically used in King's novel depict the racism and inherent sense of Native American identity that is divided and subdued by white culture. For the character Monroe Swimmer, the use of art to transform and reevaluate the historical use of art to promote white culture is a major part of why King uses the landscape as a prominent theme in his paintings.

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Tags:king, nature, novel

Abstract
The "American" public has always had an interest in the lives of Native Americans. During the early 1800, this curiosity blossomed in a fascination. The paper shows that unfortunately, most Americans were content to relegate all Native Americans into this caricature of the "noble savage", dehumanizing them, and few settlers sought to understand the culture of the Natives whose land they were occupying. Fortunately two nineteenth century artists, Edward Sheriff Curtis and George Catlin did not share the same view. This paper discusses how these men dedicated their lives to the study and preservation of Native American tribal culture for posterity by creating imagery based on the Native American people. Although their methodology, content, and style were dissimilar, (Curtis used the camera and Catlin worked with oil paint), their goal was the same, to capture and record the essence of America's indigenous people through art.

From the Paper
"Countless numbers around the globe have benefited from the information gathered during the 1800's by Edward S. Curtis and George Catlin.
Without these records many of the customs and heritage that we know of as "Native American" might be lost today.
It is easy to be critical of Catlin's paintings when judging it against the realism of Curtis' photographs, but the goals of the two men were the same. The sincerity, accuracy, and honesty of the collections that were compiled by the ethnographists transcend their work from the category of mere art to the palate of life."

Tags:Indians, Apache, Navajo, photography

Abstract
This paper examines the societal structures of the various Native American tribes as seen in the book, "Myths That Hide The American Indian" by Oliver La Farge. It describes the tremendous contributions of numerous Native American tribes in art, poetry, governmental structure and customs. The paper explores the European settlers' impact on the Native American people.

From the Paper
"An aspect of the essay that I found very interesting was the societal structures of the various Tribes. The tribes of the Southeast Mississippi Valley region were among the most advanced tribes in North America; in particular the Natchez tribe which had an elaborate social system. The social system of this tribe was divided into two groups; the aristocracy referred to as Suns and the common people called Stinkers. Within this system the common people could wed whomever they wanted but the aristocracy could only marry outside of their social group and the offspring would become a part of the aristocracy. This social system, as elaborate as it was, did create a problem because it decreased greatly the number of Stinkers within the tribe. To combat this the Natchez tribe would capture, torture, and enslave foreigners and if they survived they would become Stinkers in doing this they were able to perpetuate this social system."

Tags:natchez, pueblos, social, system, north, america, aristocracy, tribe

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This study examines Native American societies from a world view perspective, focusing on the issue of cultural and institutional differentiation. The study argues that the non differentiation (of causality, religion, ceremony, art, etc.) of Native American societies, in general, is the foundation of the conservatism of those societies.

From the Paper
"In short, Native Americans have faced the same pressures to assimilate which other minorities have faced. However, because of their conservatism (i.e., their resistance to that assimilation and to changes which would dilute their culture and weaken their community structure), they have managed, like few other minorities, to maintain their culture and community.
Again, the emphasis on non-differentiation of central aspects of their culture has helped created a conservatism which in turn has enabled Native Americans to withstand onslaughts of the dominant culture which threaten community and cultural survival. Champagne writes in another work that "Internal cultural differentiation refers to the degree of interpenetration of views of causality, ceremony, morality, and religion" (Champagne Social 14). "

Tags:conservatism, world, view

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The paper presents a plan for a museum of Native-American history and art that will be located in Montana. The paper outlines the staff to be hired and the budget to be allocated. The geographical attractions, vegetation and economy in the State of Montana are also discussed.

From the Paper
"The National Congress of American Indians already has a collection of Native American art and artifacts, which it wishes to display and includes hundreds of thousands of art items in four major collection areas. A building to house the museum already exists in Billings, ready for the museum to move into and the director has been chosen. What remains is for staff to be hired and the budget allocated. Staff qualifications for curators and managers are that they have at least a B.A. in art history, museum studies, studio art, library science, or relevant field. Experience will be considered in lieu of a degree."

Tags:staff, salaries, qualifications

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This paper explains that this company, which sells South American art and decoratives, wishes to market to hotels, restaurants and interior design agencies located in areas, such as the European continent, where the South American culture is considered exotic. Next, the author reviews the company's main competitors and develops a marketing strategy, which includes setting up the central office and showroom in San Diego. The paper discuses the promotion plan especially the use of the internet.

Table of Contents:
Marketing Segmentation
Main Competitors
Marketing Strategy
Promotion
Future

From the Paper
"On the other hand, the fact that there are many import partners, as well as more than one distribution center presents a very difficult challenge, that of coordination. Not only do all these company segments have to communicate on a daily basis, but the operations must be supervised and coordinated in order to make sure that the company functions as a whole and that synergy is achieved. The office is placed in San Diego so this will present the challenge of properly managing a communication process which implies partners working on another continent."

Tags:relationships prices, distribution network, e-advertising magazines

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The paper discusses how the roles played by oral traditions in various cultures go far beyond just art and entertainment. The paper asserts that the oral traditions of the Native Americans are no exception, and in fact may be one of the more interesting examples of oral traditions strongly influencing a society that one can find. The paper looks at how Brian Thom outlines Native-American Oral Traditions as referring to "the cannon of narratives (which include myths, histories, folklore, proverbs, riddles, some songs, deeds/charters) that are more widely known." It would be the..."

From the Paper
"When one thinks of an oral tradition, one immediately thinks of a form of art - a means of expression which conveys stories for entertainment. When one examines various oral traditions though, we see that the roles played by oral traditions in various cultures go far beyond just art and entertainment. The oral traditions of the Native Americans are no exception, and in fact may be one of the more interesting examples of oral traditions strongly influencing a society that one can find. Brian Thom outlines Native American Oral Traditions as referring to "the cannon of narratives (which include myths, histories, folklore, proverbs, riddles, some songs, deeds/charters) that are more widely known. It would be the..."

Tags:native, oral, tradition

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The writer of this paper details the artistic and cultural significance of an Iroquois ritual object; a turtle rattle, ca 1890, which was found in North America. This paper contains a detailed description of the object, a large turtle rattle which is composed of the complete shell and skin of a snapping- turtle, 12-14 inches long, with head and neck stretched and held by stick splints to form a handle. The writer describes how this and other similar objects were used in Native Americans ceremonies and healing rituals. This paper delves into the significance of this and other artistic objects that were intrinsic to the native way of life. These objects were created in prehistoric times for utilitarian purposes.

Table of Contents:
Brief Description
Description
Research
Bibliography

From the Paper
"The turtle rattle was also a musical instrument in ceremonial use. One of its most important functions was its significance in the False Face ceremonies. One of the most distinguishing features of the Iroquois belief system is the reliance on the mask for religious and ritual purposes. These masks are often designated as False Faces. This term refers to the first False Face and the mythical origins of protective and healing spirits. They are used in introductory and agricultural rituals. The turtle rattles play a significant part in these important rituals. The turtle rattle is therefore integrated with the overall understanding of the origin myths of the Iroquois Indians. The turtle rattle is also seen as a powerful object in its own right and not just a decorative or musical piece."

Tags:art, review, native, american, north, america, canada