Original Casein Painting of N’daa’ (Enemyway Scene) [SOLD]

In preparation for a one-man exhibit at the gallery, Myron Denetclaw prepared several paintings. The painting represents the approach of two horsemen, one of which is the ceremonial staff/stick carrier who rides ahead of the entire convoy of riders racing towards the main camp of the Enemyway ceremonial site. This scene represents the second to last day of the Enemyway ceremony, conducted only in the summer seasons.Award-winning artist Myron Denetclaw is a Diné of the Navajo Nation Painter. He is self-taught artist. His interest in the traditional teachings and respect for the Navajo culture inspires him to learn the significance of their ceremonies.

Denetclaw was born on September 5, 1999 in Shiprock, New Mexico. He resides in Shiprock with his parents, Milford and Mamie Denetclaw and brother Matthew. His maternal clan is Táchiiníí and his paternal clan is Hooghanłání.

Denetclaw developed his painting ability slowly through trial and error by practice of drawing. He holds in particular esteem the naturalism of Bob Ross' work which is a significant force characterized by an ongoing determination to produce beautifully rendered gouache and acrylic paintings with a specific emphasis on Yeíí, the Diné Deities. Denetclaw's interest in the elegance of the spiritual world finds expression within his figurative subjects, the intimacy of which invites us to reflect freely upon their narrative content. He paints in the style of the early Navajo painters Harrison Begay and Beatien Yazz. There are not many young Navajo artists today who paint in this style. His work is clearly influenced by his predecessors, while expanding on their style in a way that only a young artist would. We are very impressed by this emerging artist's work, and are excited to be able to share it with our clients.

Denetclaw's interest in the traditional teachings and respect for the Navajo culture inspires him to learn the significance of the winter 9 night Yeíí ceremony. He believes by painting his interpretation of the ceremony, he will help preserve the tradition for future generations.

Condition: new

Provenance: this Original Casein Painting of N'daa' (Enemyway Scene) is from the artist

Recommended Reading: NAVAJO PAINTING by Katherin Chase

TAGS: Native American Painting, Diné of the Navajo Nation, Dorothy Dunn, Harrison Begay, Beatien Yazz, San Ildefonso, Myron Denetclaw, Diné Painter