NativeAmerican.Blood

Echoes of the Old West
Don Oelze
June 27 - July 6
Show and Sale:
Friday, June 27, 2025
Legacy Gallery, Santa Fe
Sale to be conducted by draw as well as online auction
Don Oelze
In Search of Hostiles
40" x 44" Oil
Oelze's artwork offers a unique window into moments from Native American life and the Old West. Each piece tells its own story, reconstructed with great detail from Oelze’s private photo shoots, where he collaborates closely with Indigenous models to authentically reenact historical scenes. Rooted in passionate research and genuine connections with his subjects, Oelze’s work resonates with history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
"As an artist, my mission is to preserve the history and traditions of Native American life and the Old West," Oelze says. "Through my paintings, I seek to share stories that honor our collective past."
Visitors to the show can expect a varied and comprehensive collection of Oelze’s new works. Each painting is not just a visual delight but also invites viewers to step back in time and experience history through his detailed brushwork and thoughtful compositions.

Another very good actor from the movie The Last of the Mohicans. Have a nice evening

Native American mother and child. Possibly Spokane. 1902. Source - New York Public Library

Apache prisoners. ca. 1880. Photo by Baker & Johnston.

Every morning I smudge my home and myself