The Secret Life of a Fashion Designer’s Assistant
When you imagine the lives of a fashion designer and their assistant, your first thought might be that they have the coolest job in the world, with endless parties and fun. What many don’t know is the fashion world is a very busy, fast industry where nothing comes easy and everything can change in one […]
Gamer Sleek
Waddie CrazyHorse is a third generation silversmith from Cochiti Pueblo, New Mexico. CrazyHorse says his new Tetris®-inspired collection of the season is just another step in advancing himself as a silversmith. He started developing his Tetris® design scheme in 2008, playing with new patterns and negative space while designing. CrazyHorse grew up in the videogame […]
Autumn in the City
Photography: Kelly Holmes (Lakota) Designs: AMASTEWIN by Darla Takes the Knife (Lakota) Model: Sarah Beare (Lakota) [This story was originally published in Native Max Magazine‘s Anniversary Issue.]
A Creative Duo
Husband and wife Daniel Jim and Janice Black Elk-Jim make for a creative duo when it comes to Native artistry. From stone sculpting and metal smith to intricate beading, there’s nothing that they can’t create together utilizing each other’s talents. We chat to Daniel and Janice about their artistry and how they’re amazing partnership shows […]
Beautiful Pride
Troy Brave Heart, an Oglala Lakota, has only been doing quillwork for a year but in that time has perfected his craft to produce flawlessly beautiful quillwork. Find out why Troy considers Natives, who wear beautiful quillwork, rebels who refuse to submit to the dominate culture by pride. NATIVE MAX: Where are you from? TROY […]
[PHOTOS]: Rez Kidz
We’re all rez kids. Check out what happens when a photographer, artist and models have a photoshoot on the Cheyenne River reservation in South Dakota in this exclusive feature for Native Max Magazine. Photography by Dawnee Lebeau Models: Trista Eaglestaff, Amanda Myhre, Melanie Bearheels and Rockilynn Afraid of Hawk Makeup by Shannon Chasing Hawk Hairstyling […]
[PHOTOS]: Aboriginal Fabulous
We got a sneak preview at Turquoise Soul’s upcoming collection. Photography by Reign Wapioke Photo Editing by Jamaal Lewis Styling, makeup and hair by Wabanoonkwe Accessories by Turquoise Soul
My Confidence: Sheila Hollow Horn
Sheila Hollow Horn, Lakota and Dine, got her biggest break of her acting and modeling career as she guest starred on “The Culinary Adventures of Baron Ambrosia” on the Cooking Channel last year. However, it took years of hard work, dedication and confidence to get Sheila to where she is today. Sheila shares her secrets […]
Hip Hop Meets Tatanka
Rapper Brandis “B” Knudsen and artist William LeRoy take to the prairies of Tatanka: Story of the Bison in the Black Hills of South Dakota sporting the latest looks to hit the racks of Rapid City-based clothing store Urban City. Photography by Kelly Holmes.
“My Son Had to Cut His Hair to Attend School”
Every kid wants their new school year to be epic. With brand new school supplies, a whole new wardrobe and a fresh start in school, the first day should be exciting. But to 12 year old Lareal Wilson, his first day of school at Legacy Traditional School was both embarrassing and upsetting. Lareal was told […]
