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"Monte Yellow Bird Sr., better known in the art world as Black Pinto Horse, is devoted to a positive expression of the harmonic balance between humanity and nature. Through his art and teaching, he offers us a multitude of gifts, and his optimism shines in his motto: "We are on this earth for such a short time, if we're going to shine, shine brightly". Rife with symbolism, Black Pinto Horse's visual expressions honor his spiritual roots, First Nation heritage and Modern and Contemporary art traditions through a bold use of color and design that activates the viewer's imagination. He is motivated by a passionate desire to build connections between the past and present with a hopeful eye toward a brighter future built around empathy and understanding between diverse communities of which the nation is comprised."
- Bob Durden, Paris Gibson Square Museum
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Come & Visit; Markets, Shows and Galleries |
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- Patriot News Art Fest, Booth 267
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Riverfront Park, Harrisburg PA |
May 25- 27 |
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The Art Center , Jamestown ND
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May 1- May 31 |
- Eiteljorg Indian Art Market
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Eiteljorg Museum, Indianapolis IN |
June 22- 23 |
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Recent Magazine Publications |
April 2012
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Spring 2012, pg. 38 |
September/ October
pg. 35 |
May/June 2011
pg. 16
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Recent Newspaper Publications |
Independent Record,
Helena MT
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Missoulian, Missoula MT
Gazette, Billings MT
Enterprise, Livingston MT
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The Star, Hot Springs SD
Minot Daily News, Minot ND
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Beartooth NBC News
McClean County Independent |
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"Meeting the Long Knife on the Field of Battle" |
Holter Museum's 26th Benefit Auction, June 21
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View BPH's "Meeting the Long Knife on the Field of Battle" on exhibit from
May 17th - June 21st.
To be auctioned off during their
live auction held at the Museum
For more information call 406.442.6400
Museum's website |
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"The Poor Boy and The Mud Pony" Traveling Exhibit
Travels North Dakota 2013-2014 |
YOU'RE INVITED, Artist Reception and Talk, March 21 2013
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I wish to communicate the soul of First Nation artistic expression and the spiritual essence of our people.
I have created a traveling exhibit, “The Poor Boy and the Mud Pony, An Arikara Perspective” that celebrates Arikara traditions which is interwoven with morals and character building.
As a little guy I remember us kids gathering around grandpa with our popcorn, eagerly awaiting his first words which set the stage to the rest of the story. One will experience the interpretive illustrations of my grandfather’s story, “The Poor Boy and the Mud Pony”.
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I have chosen to illustrate the children's book in the traditional 1800’s ledger art style; it is indicative of the life altering changes that the Northern Plains tribes were subject to at the hands of their oppressors lending to the idea of transitions.
The themes found within “The Poor Boy and the Mud Pony” are dreams, leadership and caring for Creation. In a time when true leadership is disappearing within our societies, it is critical for our young people to be able to recognize, understand and value true leadership, as well as be empowered to believe in themselves and have dreams.
To view complete exhibit details, click here |
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MT Museum Auctions- Winter |
MISSOULA ART MUSEUM, MISSOULA MT
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Midnight Matinee; I want to ride my bicycle
I want to ride it now- Emily Yellow Bird
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My Little Red Wagon- Black Pinto Horse |
PARIS GIBSON SQUARE, GREAT FALLS MT
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House Blessing, Fortitude- Emily Yellow Bird
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Chief of the Elk Dog- Black Pinto Horse |
YELLOWSTONE ART MUSEUM, BILLINGS MT
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Let Your Power Lead You to Victory- BPH |
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Autry Museum Market, Los Angeles CA, November 3-4 |
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Two very satisfied customers...and so nice to visit with.
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| Right: FIRST PLACE, "Watch the Birdie"- this piece could not be denied and won its category. Congratulations! Click on image |
“I was impressed with the attention to detail…the shading of the eagle feathers...as well as the designs of the beaded ornamentation to the outfits led me to vote for this drawing. There was also a sense of humor about the drawing as illustrated by the "Birdie" and the faithful "Dog"…Monte's ledger drawing was well executed and deserved a first place ribbon." Judge, Emil Her Many Horses
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For Indigenous Minds Only: A Decolonization Handbook |
BPH was commissioned the cover image for what's expected to be another Best Seller, For Indigenous Minds Only: a decolonization handbook, published by the School of American Research in Santa Fe NM. His ledger piece is titled,
"Releasing the Spirits of the Mind" and will be enjoyed around the globe.
click here to view book cover
"Brilliant work, Monte! We are so honored to have your artwork included in this project!
Nina wopida ecic'iye. I give you many thanks."
-Waziyatawin, co-author
Click here to view book info and purchase
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Red Nation Film Festival, Los Angeles, November 7 -14 |
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Black Pinto Horse was asked by Jonanelle Romero, Founder of Red Nation & actress, to create the image for the 9th Annual Film Festival and Awards Gala- he gladly accepted, creating "Watch the Birdie" |
"Monte- Imagine when I first reached out to you to make a poster for 9th Red Nation Film Festival and you went on to win this Award - so proud. We asked you to create an image for RNFF due to your vision and integrity of your work. Your work speaks for itself! It was an honor to have your vision and work associated with RNFF."
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Joanelle Romero |
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Cherokee Art Market, Hard Rock Casino, Tulsa OK, October 13-14 |
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Left: Margaret Roach Wheeler, Award Winning fashion designer chosen to speak at the Smithsonian & who just finished a runway in NYC- long admired by Emily who also longs for an original weaving. website
Right: A new collector chose "Blue Star" to gift to her husband; also the favorite piece of BPH which he finished a few days before. |
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16th Annual Harvest Moon Ball, Live Auction, East Glacier, September 22 |
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Elouise was a philanthropist, kind, compassionate friend
& we will miss her.
Your memory will live forever.
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2nd highest selling,
"Yellow Bird Woman" |
This years theme, Yellow Bird Moon, is a tribute to
Elouise Cobell (Yellow Bird Woman), Blackfoot Confederacy.
She was an elder, activist, banker, rancher, a Native American Female leader, and lead plaintiff in the groundbreaking litigation Cobell vs. Salazar, which challenged the United States' mismanagement of trust funds belonging to more than 500,000 individual Native Americans.
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Their Mission: The Annual Harvest Moon Ball is a fundraiser to build a permanent endowment for the Blackfeet Community Foundation. Income from the endowment is used for community projects. |
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"Rites of Passage" SIGNATURE PONY
Exclusively featured by the
Trail of Painted Ponies Inc.
PURCHASE, click here
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Original Design:
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Original Design:
Male Side |
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Through the vibrant application of paint and use of First Nation icons, I pay tribute to this significant time in our lives; a spiritual gateway and journey from childhood to adulthood. |
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