Crow's Shadow Institute of the Arts Employee Directory
Artists and WritersOregon, United States2-10 Employees
Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts is a lightweight nonprofit organization focused on supporting Native American artistic development, with an emphasis on contemporary fine-art printmaking alongside traditional Plateau-region practices such as weaving, beadwork, and regalia making. Based in Pendleton, Oregon, the studio operates within the historic St. Andrews mission schoolhouse on the Umatilla Indian Reservation, providing a creative space where both emerging and established artists can produce monotypes, monoprints, lithographs, and other print formats. The center functions as a venue that connects Native American artists with opportunities in education and professional practice, aiming to give dedicated artists a stronger voice within the broader art world. Its activities include hosting studios, facilitating artistic collaborations, and cultivating a portfolio of prints that showcases diverse backgrounds and media. A recent development highlights leadership changes within the organization, reflecting ongoing efforts to expand its traditional arts program and administrative capacity.