Fritz Scholder

Fritz Scholder was a prominent Native American artist hailing from the Luiseño tribe in California. He was born in 1937 and had a prolific career as a painter, printmaker, and sculptor until his death in 2005. Scholder's work was known for its bold and controversial themes, often challenging the popular image of Native Americans perpetuated by mainstream culture. He used his art to confront issues such as assimilation, displacement, and cultural identity. Scholder's unique and powerful style incorporated elements of pop art, abstraction, and expressionism. His contributions to contemporary Native American art cannot be overstated, as he paved the way for generations of artists to come.