Art Acquisitions
As part of the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act, Cherokee Nation will acquire $1.5M of artwork from Cherokee artists over the next two years through a public bid process.
Available Bids
No art bids are open at this time. Please check back later or visit cherokeebids.org.
Description
Artists are encouraged to submit artwork related to Cherokee history, culture and heritage. Artwork that includes cultural or historical elements, including but not limited to historical figures, clothing, language and symbolism should be historically and culturally accurate. Artists are also encouraged to submit artwork in contemporary styles and mediums.
Submissions will be reviewed and selected by a committee. Example themes may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Cherokee traditional stories
- Animals and plants important to Cherokee history and culture
- Depictions of the seven clans
- Depictions of Cherokees throughout history – from time immemorial to present day
- Traditional cultural practices such as stickball, stomp dance, etc.
- Traditional southeastern symbolism
- Cherokee language
- Interactions between multiple generations
- Contemporary themes
Requirements
Artists’ submissions should include image of artwork, dimensions, medium and price. A form will be provided for digital submissions.
- Artists are allowed to submit a maximum of 20 pieces per bid.
- Artists who submit their work with syllabary will be subject to having our
translation team review it for accuracy. - Artists’ work will be subject to a review of cultural authenticity.
How to Apply
Find out more about the bid here, or visit cherokeebids.org.
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