In this episode, we hear from Douglas Miles, multidisciplinary artist and founder of Apache Skateboards. As a Project Creosote Grantee, Douglas shares how the award impacted current Apache Skateboards projects and how purchasing high-quality production equipment opened the doors to new commissions and opportunities across the country. We learn how Douglas’ upbringing in a large family influenced his approach to artmaking and community organizing, the many projects Apache Skateboards is involved with, and the moments that make Douglas most proud.
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Gas Can Art in Santa Fe. Image courtesy of the artist
Pistols and Princesses. Image courtesy of the artist
Apache Skateboards at Phoenix Art Museum. Image courtesy of the artist
Tray, Doug and I at Western Navajo National Fair
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