Kai R La Pena

Regalia and associated building techniques of Northern California roundhouse tribes

About the Artist

I am a featherman (regalia maker). I specialize in dance regalia of the Wintu, Maidu, and associated tribes. I have been active in dance and ceremony for 30 years and have been an active maker for 20 years. I come from the Nomtipom wintu of Northern California. I am of mixed ancestry including Irish, Filipino, and Germanic, in addition to my tribal background. It is my honor and privilege to follow in my grandfather’s footsteps of education and culture bearing.

Pronouns

he/him/his

Expertise

Regalia and associated building techniques of Northern California roundhouse tribes

Offerings

Artistic consulting, Classes, Group instruction, Handmade crafts and visual arts for sale, Lectures / Lecture-demonstrations, Workshops

Offerings Location

In-person services

City

Fair oaks

Email

klapena94@gmail.com

Phone

+17756718342