#armlet

sotascowidesigns: 'Making jewelry for the Met Gala, what a dream! For years, beading was just something I did therapeutically, I never imagined my art would become what it has today! All of my inspiration comes from my community, both my Dakota & Ghanaian relatives. When I create, I look for ways to pull from those that I came from-often using designs that have been used by my Grandmas with a mix of new ideas today. I couldn’t imagine a life where I’m not an artist. It is the greatest gift to make medicine with my hands. Everything I do is made with the intention to bring people joy & make y’all feel pretty!

For my beautiful Hän Gwich’in & Lakota sis, I am so grateful to be able to share my designs (which came from my Bdewakantunwan Dakota Grandmas) for you and to see you representing our Nations proudly.' X