Hillary Kempenich facts for kids
Hillary Kempenich is a talented painter and artist. She is also a member of the Turtle Mountain band of Chippewa, an Indigenous group. She creates beautiful artworks that often connect to her heritage.
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About Hillary Kempenich
Hillary Kempenich lives in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She has worked as an artist in schools there. She helped young students (grades 1-5) explore art. Her art has been shown in many places. These include art galleries and special traveling shows.
Art Exhibitions
Some important shows for Hillary Kempenich were:
- Art of The Resistance by Honor the Earth Organization.
- Bring Her Home at the All My Relations Gallery in Minneapolis.
- "Indanishinaabekwew" (meaning "I am an Anishinaabe Woman") at Watermark Art Center's Miikanan Gallery.
- Exhibitions at The Sioux Indian Museum in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Hillary's art mixes old traditions with new ideas. She started painting when she was four years old. Much of her early learning was on her own. Later, she studied visual arts at the University of North Dakota. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree there.
Important Artworks and Projects
Hillary Kempenich has worked on many interesting projects. One major project was a book called Storytelling Time: Native North American Art. This book was named one of IPPY's Outstanding Books of the Year in 2011.
Featured Art in Books
The book Storytelling Time includes one of her paintings. It is called "Strengthening the Circle of Life." She painted it in 2006 using oil paints on canvas.
Other Notable Paintings
Other important artworks by Hillary include:
- "Nookimisjichaag Odishiwed" (Grandmother Visits the People). This painting is 4 feet by 5 feet and uses oil on canvas.
- "Time to Pause and Reflect." This painting is 48 inches by 60 inches and uses acrylic paint on canvas.
Awards and Recognition
Hillary Kempenich has received several awards for her art. These awards recognize her talent and hard work.
Key Awards
She has received awards from:
- The National Indian Child Welfare Association.
- Native Arts Gathering.
- The First People's Fund.
In 2016, she received a special award. It was the First People's Fund Artist and Business Grant and Fellowship Award. This award helps artists grow their skills and businesses.
