Author Description

Product Description Since the 1800s, Native American Plains tribes have gathered for powwows to celebrate their rich heritage. The tradition continues with emphasis on spiritual and competitive dances. Photographer Chris Roberts shares the tradition through compelling images. POWWOW 2019 captures the energy of powwow dancers who proudly preserve their ancestral traditions. About the Author Chris Roberts has been dancing on the powwow circuit since 1967. A resident of Montana, Chris travels to powwows throughout the western states to dance and to photograph other dancers. He is dedicated to depicting the richness of American Indian cultures and the warm spirit of North America s native peoples. Chris s photographs have appeared in numerous books and magazine articles. His book Powwow Country: People of the Circle is still in print and available from Meadowlark Media.