Join Muscogee artist George Alexander (aka Ofuskie) to explore “Flatstyle” painting, one of the first contemporary Native American art forms that started in the early 20th century and continues to influence artists today.
“Flatstyle” painting is typically characterized by an emphasis on flat color, shape, and contour while using limited shading and perspective. Learning about George Alexander’s connection to “Flatstyle” painting and the techniques involved will lead into a demonstration and activity in which we invite you to try this technique yourself.
George Alexander (aka Ofuskie)
George Alexander’s first venture out West was to attend the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe. There, he met his mentor Tony Abeyta (Diné), who gave him the name Ofuskie. Alexander’s artwork explores themes of global identity and cultural evolution. Through metaphor and surrealist figures, he creates a vision for humanity that is not constricted by social complexes.
Alexander's work is featured in our exhibition The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans, which is on view through Monday, January 15.
Materials
- Acrylic or gouache paint in blue, red, yellow, white, and raw umber
- A variety of paint brushes
- Water cup and paper towels
- A painting surface like Bristol Paper, wood panel, or cardboard
- Pencil and scrap paper
- Optional: Alternative coloring medium such as colored pencils or watercolor and the corresponding paper.
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