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Association keeps traditional art forms alive By RENEE FITEPress special writer It’s also a great opportunity to include the film industry, he said.
“We want to recognize Chris Ayre and Wes Studi as honorary members,” Foster said. “Wes is also a sculptor.” Foster was among seven Native Americans from the area who took part in the PBS film, “We Shall Remain,” to air in the fall. Membership in the Cherokee Artist Association is open to non-tribal members. For a $14 annual membership fee, a supporting member can hold office, vote and participate in invitational shows. Potter Mike Daniels said it’s important to keep the support open for future artists. He is Seminole, Creek and Cherokee, and said his work will be labeled as such in the shows. “Cecil [Dick] opened it for us,” Daniels said. “We have to support the art and artists in the area and work together for the common goal for the next generation.” Visiting from Arizona, artist Mike Medicine Horse Zillioux said Indian people have to support other Indian people. “If we don’t do it, who will?” Zillioux said. Children need an art opportunity to express themselves, he said, especially those in special ed. “They may not be able to verbalize, but they may be able to do this one special thing,” Zillioux said. “One boy I know can play a harmonica, but he can’t focus on other things.” Zillioux said art is good for all children to help them discover their personal passion. “We can have art contests for Christmas cards or illustrate stories,” he said. “Kids need art.” Janet Smith, of Wagoner, said it’s so important to have the support of other artists. “I’m Cherokee and I’m an artist. I think it’s so important to have that support from my peers. And this group creates awareness of artists in this area,” she said. Meeting people with similar interests is what brought Cedar Carrier to the group. 
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