We are a team of Native artists from Oneida, Wisconsin. Our artists come from different walks of life, and some are in school, or working full-time. Each of our artists are partners of Moody NDN, and contribute to helping the small business excel. Our goal is to use Native art as healing practices for each of us to grow and thrive in our everyday routines. Meet the artists behind Moody NDN!
Paige Skenandore
Shekú Katsitsya’ˀ tahts níyúkyats. Paige niyukyáts o’slu•nikéha. On^yote?a•ká a?nowalha•ka’•ne’• niwaki?talo’•t^.
Hello, my name is she extends out a flower. My English name is Paige. I am Oneida – People of the Standing Stone, and my clan is Turtle.
I am an artist, and the founder of Moody NDN. I did my first beadwork project at my middle school, and learned raised beadwork during high school. During undergrad, I learned how to make beaded earrings and quillwork from some amazing college friends/sisters(Kara & Melissa Besaw). I have been learning bead and quillwork techniques over the years.
I am a teaching artist, too. Since graduating undergrad, I have been teaching beadwork and quillwork workshops throughout Wisconsin. It truly is a passion, and I love connecting with others through art.
Michael Williams
Shekolí, Michael Williams níyúkyats. Wakeskle-wake Niwaki?talóhta. On^yote a•ká• niwakatuhwatsyóhta.
Hello, my name is Michael Williams. I am Bear Clan, and I am from the Oneida Nation.
I am a third-year law student pursuing a Juris Doctor degree at UW-Madison Law School. I want to use my law degree to address the many legal issues that face the Oneida Nation and provide services directly to our community.
I have a wide range of art related interests, including beadwork, sewing, and making ribbon skirts/shirts. I maintain a video/photo production service, too.