Dían Nanítsjihíï (Strengthening Earth Beauty)

This powerful image features an Indigenous Native Tribal woman with her traditional symbols and decorations. Rendered in shades of browns and whites, this image speaks to the beauty and strength of Indigenous people and the stark contrast of that truth with the reality that colonialism is ongoing genocide. This image is both a reminder of the ongoing injustice of colonial oppression to Indigenous peoples and a statement of the beauty and power of Indigenous identity. The colors, tones, composition, and subject of the portrait all capture a sense of the herstory, culture, and values of Indigenous people and can serve as a way to bring awareness to the struggle of their lives. This image also serves as a reminder of the long list of broken treaties. Let’s not forget that indigenous rights are human rights, and that America was built on a trail of broken treaties. As modern consumerism continues to replace natural resources, this image serves as a reminder that nature needs to be respected as sacred and its resources protected for all future generations. The image reflects our collective responsibility and duty to bring attention to, and recognize, the ongoing struggles of Indigenous people. If we are concerned with human rights and atrocities committed overseas, then we must acknowledge and address the genocide taking place in our own country. This canvas has been made with love and care to serve as a reminder that Indigenous people are resilient and the survivors of colonialism’s legacy. It can be a reminder of what has been taken from them and also something that gives back. By hanging this image in a public space, you can encourage dialogue about indigenous rights, power, and truth. The irony of creating a product to disseminate this message does not escape us, and with your purchase, a portion of the proceeds will go to support Native Hope with their campaign focused on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. #IndigenousRightsAreHumanRights #IndigenousPeople #OngoingGenocide #NativeHope #ColonialismIsGenocide #IndigenousWomen #IndigenousPeopleResiliency #NativeLivesMatter #NativeStrength #MMIW #IndigenousHerstory