David Kanietakeron Fadden

David's first influence is his father, John Kahionhes Fadden. At a very young age he would watch his father paint or draw and from time to time ask him questions about what he was painting. Growing up in a traditional Mohawk household (one of six Native nations of the Iroquois Confederacy) , David was taught from the beginning to respect all living creatures and to view everything as living and having a spirit and it is this that is reflected in his paintings. Mohawk ceremonies offer thanks and appreciation to all the things that give us life. David's work can also be seen at the Six Nations Indian Museum.

At the Sing

Acrylic on Canvas

$6,500

Scream of the Silenced

Acrylic on Canvas

SOLD

Dancing on Turtle Island

Acrylic on Canvas

SOLD

18th Century Mohawk

Acrylic on Canvas

NOT FOR SALE

Girl with a

Wampum Earring

Acrylic on Canvas

SOLD

She Picks Berries

Acrylic on Canvas

$5,000

As David developed his skills, he painted what was around him; animals, the Adirondack mountains and Mohawk people became his most frequent subjects. During the past few years, he has focused attention on painting the face and human anatomy. Most native imagery reflect a common stereotype of the fierce warrior or stoic Indian looking off into the sunset. In contrast, David tries to dispel this false portrayal by painting native people as people who like to laugh and show other emotions.