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“Over a hundred years ago Black Elk had a vision of the time when Indian people would heal from the devastating effects of European migration. In his vision the Sacred Hoop, which had been broken, would be mended in seven generations. The children born into this decade will be the seventh generation”. FINDING YOUR NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE There are many people who while not being full blood native Americans do have ancestors that were Indians. If you think that there is any chance that... Read Full Story

While editing photos in a hotel room over the weekend, in Albuquerque, I happened to turn on the TV for background noise. A local TV station had scheduled a full evening of taped performances showcasing Native flute player and song writer Robert Mirabel from the ancient community of Taos Pueblo. While visiting an art gallery back in the 90's, I was first introduced to his incredible talents during a photo trip down in Santa Fe. After hearing a couple of songs I purchased a CD without further... Read Full Story

by Marilyn Angel Wynn The powerful Blackfeet Confederacy once controlled a huge expanse of the Northeastern High Plains. The three major bands: Siksika meaning “those with black-dyed moccasins”, The Blood meaning “painted bodies with red clay”, and the Piegan meaning “poorly dressed”. Plus the Gros Ventre and Sarcee are also included. The Blackfeet adapted to nomadic life on the open grasslands, with buffalo meat as their main food source. They also gathered wild plants such as berries... Read Full Story

Recently a non-profit association called my studio, NativeStock Pictures , to inquire about licensing 3 of my photos for a fund raising campaign. I was honored to assist them yet at the same time I wanted to do a bit of research to find out if they were a reputable foundation. In the past I’d donated funds to them without giving any thought as I had receive a large amount of direct mail that describe conditions of poverty, hunger and despair in Indian country. So, out of curiosity, I... Read Full Story

Story and Photos by: Marilyn Angel Wynn/ NativeStock Pictures As a stock photographer, specializing in Native American Indian cultures, I always shoot both traditional and contemporary lifestyles. Knowing what subjects are currently in demand let's me know what kind of shoot that I should be setting up. For instance, the past 2 years I've been shooting a lot of business, teenagers and technology using First Nation subjects. Doing this keeps my stock image collection evolving with the... Read Full Story

Story and Photography by: Marilyn Angel Wynn/ Nativestock.com   The Pilgrims were not in good shape. Nearly half died their first brutal winter. They were without survival skills, lived in dirt covered shelters and there was a shortage of food. They needed help. The year was 1621. The Powhatan     Indians brought food to the Pilgrims of Jamestown Colony, located in today's state of Virginia. The indigenous people taught the newcomer's how to hunt, farm the land and shared their... Read Full Story

Honoring Veteran's Day November 11th All photos by: ©Marilyn Angel Wynn/Nativestock.com In many Native American languages the translation for soldier, warrior, protector and helper are all the same word. Native American people who served in the United States armed services are highly honored as heros in all Tribal communities.  It is a remarkable fact that Indian people served the United States long before they were even given United States citizenship. In fact, between 1917 and... Read Full Story

Photos and story by: Marilyn Angel Wynn /Nativestock.com                     Nativestock Pictures is the largest supplier ofAmerican Indian Photographs Each tribe has their own unique culture, language, symbols and now flags. Thanks to the Manataka American Indian Council . Here you will find official flags that represent each individual tribe. Their motto is "Show Pride in Your Tribe... Fly it High". While traveling through a tribal community I'll generally photograph their tribal flag... Read Full Story

Story by: Marilyn Ange; Wynn Located in the misty cedar forest of the Northwest Coast is the home of the Tulalip tribe in Washington State. This year this unique community of Coast Salish people hosted the annual American Indian & Alaska Native Tourism Association ( AIANTA ) conference at the outstanding Tulalip Casino resort hotel and convention center. As the leading tourist to Indian Country destinations for the past 16 years, I just had to attend this conference for a second time. My... Read Full Story

Photographs and Story by Marilyn Angel Wynn Due to the plummeting economy, my photo trips and destinations have been put on hold. However, last June I decided to visit Anita, one of my best friends, in Southern California and to make an appointment with a doctor that she highly recommended. A planned trip always intrigues me to research the Native tribes of that particular area. Here was my opportunity to do what I enjoy most. That's to shoot pictures that show American Indian cultures... Read Full Story