I like to say this show represents works by Native American artists, not Native American art.

We go to different cities (around the country) to introduce the contemporary Native American artists and to bring awareness to the work.

Like any other area where art has progressed, Native artists shouldn't be boxed in by tradition.

There is a respect for tradition and traditional motifs. But there are also many who bring stylized traditional forms, not just the shape, to their work.

We were already looking at Southern California when he approached us.