Pahdopony, Nita 2011-08-10
Nita Pahdopony discusses her early life growing up in Lawton, Oklahoma as part of the Comanche Tribe, educational experiences and teaching indigenous art at Comanche College. As well as her views of indigenous art
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Nita Pahdophony
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Date: August 10, 2011
Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Interviewer: Andy Wilkinson
Length: 01:00:24
Abstract
Introduction, Pahdopony name meaning, See how deep the water is, Pahdopony origin, Father’s story, Family’s lineage, Relation to Quanah Parker, Biological lineage, Weakeah, Quanah Parker’s first wife, Quanah and Weakeah’s children, Parents meet, School in Lawton, Oklahoma, Childhood home, Comanche Reform Church, Founding members, Singing in the church, Moving to the country, Father’s view on church, Father love of golf, First interest in art, Memories of art, College, Favorite art professor, Criticism on art, Contemplating leaving college, Teaching indigenous art, Encouragement for students, Teaching at Comanche College, Choosing a text book, How indigenous art is divided, School of thought, Watching the Mural being painted, Mentor Dr. Howard Meredith, Defining art, Dr. Howard Meredith becoming mentor, Working on Masters at Oklahoma City University, The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, Establishment of Comanche College, Expressionist art, War Dancers, Creative process, Future art, New York City art show, Non traditional artists, Exhibition piece
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