Dyani White Hawk
Sičáŋǧu Lakota, b. 1976
Wókaǧe | Create, from Takes Care of Them, 2019
Screenprints with metallic foil; Suite of four prints
© 2019 Dyani White Hawk
Four colorful abstract dresses honor traditional roles women hold in our lives, along with values passed down for generations in the artist’s community. Takes Care of Them reflects the powerful role of women who Lead (blue), Create (gold), Protect (red) and Nurture (green). These beautifully embellished dress forms, each with unique personalities, are inspired by Plains-style dentalium dresses. As a woman of Sičáŋǧu Lakota and European American heritage, White Hawk fuses modern abstract painting with traditional and contemporary Lakota art forms, reflecting a deep understanding of intergenerational knowledge.
