an indigenous present

published with big ndn press. this landmark volume brings together a dynamic group of native north american contemporary artists, musicians, filmmakers, choreographers, architects, writers, photographers, designers, and more. conceived by renowned artist jeffrey gibson, who is of mississippi choctaw and cherokee descent, an indigenous present presents an increasingly visible and expanding landscape of indigenous creative practice. the book centers individual artistic practices while acknowledging shared histories, creating a visual experience that highlights diverse approaches to concept, form, and medium. through themes of connection, influence, conversation, and collaboration, an indigenous present emphasizes the complexity and breadth of contemporary indigenous expression. the volume foregrounds transculturalism over affiliation and contemporaneity over outdated categories, offering a more expansive understanding of indigenous creativity today.