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Leonard Peltier (born September 12, 1944) is a Native American activist and member of the American Indian Movement (AIM) who was convicted of murdering two Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents in a June 26, 1975, shooting on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota, which he denies.

What does Leonard's artwork say to you? (Mother What is This?) "This painting stands alone as immaculate, in an unclean world." (One of The 38, Plus Two). WITH THE LONGEST RIDE COMES THE PICTURE BEHIND THE PAINTING, THE STORY, AND THE AUTOGRAPH OF THE RIDER. Tocka? Why? that makes me feel seen. For example the veins in.

The Artist’s Vision. Peltier’s paintings reflect the strength and commitment in his heart for the struggle of his People to retain a natural way of life in the face of great adversity. But painting means so much more to Leonard.

Leonard Peltier has been an avid painter throughout his incarceration. His artworks, painted mostly on acrylics on canvas, are spirited visions of his past, his dreams, and memories of his People and his Land.

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Leonard’s artwork has always been a vision of his way of life, his hope for freedom and his love for his people. These paintings are available for sale and an absolute investment. Please call or email for any art inquiry. [email protected]

While his imprisonment has catapulted him toward political martyrdom, his supporters have campaigned unsuccessfully for years to win clemency. At 71, the movement elder is still awaiting release–from prison, or from this world. And In the meantime, he paints.

Sep 4, 2015 · Leonard Peltier could not be present at the exhibition of his artwork at the second Indigenous Fine Arts Market (IFAM) in Santa Fe, NM, held on August 20-22, because he's been incarcerated in the U.S. federal penitentiary system for the last 40 years.

Born on the Turtle Mountain Reservation in North Dakota, Leonard Peltier's self-taught style is an outgrowth of drawing and carving lessons he received as a child from tribal elders. Leonard began working with pastels in 1983, proving he had the talent to put what he saw on paper.