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Route 66 Postcard ~ David Bradley (Chippewa)

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Born into the Chippewa Nation in 1954, many of David Bradley's early years were spent in the Minneapolis metropolitan area until his family was split up and redistributed, having fallen victim to the prevailing view of what constituted an adequate family. He was in and out of foster homes before being adopted by a white family. In 1970, he left Minnesota and began a journey starting in the Southwestern United States and taking him through Central and South America — where he lived for a year with Mayan Indians — before his return to the U.S, where he chose to remain in the southwest for its continuing inspiration and renewing beauty.

The racism toward Native Americans that he encountered in his midwestern childhood fueled his activism and became a part of the subject matter of his art: satirical paintings that draw from real events and experiences — including his personal history. “I have always had a very active, absurd sense of humor. I ignored people telling me that humor has no place in serious art.” His paintings — which are often peopled with crowds of real and imaginary faces — address issues of cultural appropriation and Native social and political justice, merging imagery from pop culture and art history.
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drfhoule

The “Mother Road” that crosses many tribal nations. Drove on parts of it in the early 80s. Of course, I too was humming "Route 66" while solving the puzzle. TFP

judyredhorn

Ah yes, the earworm.

Route 66: great images and satisfying puzzle -- thank you, Judy! Now I do hope that song won't stay in my head too much longer. ; = }

judyredhorn

Yes, terren, this is a bit of a departure for Hood, but he's allowed some diversity of style! I think Route 66 has deep associations for many.

terren

Having grown up in Central Oklahoma, the Route 66 sign caught my eye. I've loved Rance Hood's more traditional work forever and of course Farrell Cockrum's near impressionistic visions. Thank you for introducing me to David Bradley's work.

Thanks so much for all four of the wonderful posts.

Isaly2

Love this painting by David Bradley. Lots to see in this Route 66 Postcard. In Joy your day....

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