Louie Gong and Eighth Generation, Revolutionizing Native Art

Louie Gong, a Nooksack tribal member, highlights the issue of fake Native art in stores and online. He founded 8th Generation to provide authentic opportunities for Native artists to create and sell their work. The company, based in Seattle, collaborates with local makers and is the first Native-owned company to offer wool blankets. Gong aims to change perceptions of Native people, showing they are thriving and not just historical symbols.

What personal impact does fake Native American art have on Louie Gong?

• It encourages him to open more stores.

• It makes him want to buy more art.

• It feels like a personal family photo is being misused.

• It inspires him to create more art.

What is the primary goal of 8th Generation?

• To replace all fake art with digital art.

• To open stores in every mall.

• To create opportunities for cultural artists to develop authentic products.

• To sell more shoes.

How did Louie Gong start his journey as an artist?

• By painting murals.

• By customizing a pair of shoes.

• By creating digital art.

• By attending art school.

Why is it important to buy products from Native-owned companies like 8th Generation?

• It increases the popularity of malls.

• It helps in reducing the cost of products.

• It ensures faster delivery of products.

• It strengthens the cultural art and communities.

What stereotype about Native people does 8th Generation aim to challenge?

• That they are not involved in modern business.

• That they do not create art.

• That they are only involved in charity projects.

• That they are only symbols of history or the natural environment.