Diné (Navajo) artist Shonto Begay captures the striking beauties of a Navajo upbringing and the realities of modern reservation life. A traditional life of sustainability and prayer helped Begay endure the brutality of the US government boarding school he was forced to attend as a child. He paints in a series of small brush strokes that repeat like the words of a traditional Navajo blessing prayer. His images hearken heartfelt childhood memories and resonate the constant struggle for balance and harmony with humankind and Earth. Begay began professionally writing, illustrating, and painting in 1983. He is represented in numerous museums and fine-art galleries. A true storyteller, he has written and illustrated several books for Scholastic and Random House publishers. Begay speaks to audiences of all ages about inspiration and the importance of education and embracing cultural backgrounds. 

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