THE WORD CREATION has many implications. It is the conceptual genius that brings about a vision that manifests life-saving innovation. An idea that produces profound societal change. And sometimes the result of a chaotic event, the kind that demands the sort of life-examining introspection that becomes a sublime masterpiece of art. As we recover from a pandemic and the profound losses associated, we are reimagining our very existence. This new existence is being shaped by a new understanding of colonial violence, the power of protest, the importance of the protection and cultivation of human rights, earth justice, and truth. After a year of staying inside, away from our communities, spaces, places, and traditions; after watching monumental change happen before our eyes, another sort of internalization is occuring. An intensive introspection and examination of our own worldviews and well-being, as well as an extension of wider society. These deep reflections have become a catalyst in exploring new ways to exist, connect, identify, and create. In this moment, we create new meanings, new histories and narrative. At creation, we discover our truths. This exhibition combines multiple artistic expressions and concepts. Each artist’s creative understanding, endeavors, and outcomes are reflected in their works and words.

-Nina Sanders (Apsáalooke Nation)