Work in Process

Artists Dawn Spears (Narragansett/Choctaw) and Cassius Spears (Narragansett) are multi-disciplinary artists. Join us for an exploratory session that will include insights into Dawn’s illustration process and Cassius will share how he creates beads from shells to make wampum. Take a look at their tools, techniques, inspirations and examples of their work at different stages of development.

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Dawn Spears is a multimedia artist whose work is infused with cultural symbolism and the vibrant colors of our natural world, and farming is part of her art. She also supports the Indigenous artist community through facilitating art markets and other opportunities that increase the visibility and vitality of Indigenous arts and culture. Currently, Dawn is the Director of the Northeast Indigenous Agriculture and Arts Alliance.

Cassius Spears is an agricultural expert and cultural educator who is dedicated to the restoration and advancement of Indigenous agricultural knowledge and practice. He supports the Indigenous agricultural community through facilitating inter-tribal and tribal-USDA relationships, resource- and knowledge-sharing. Currently, Cassius is President of Rhode Island Association Conservation District. 

Work in Process offers an inside look at how artists make their work, sharing the techniques and creative processes that support their studio practice.