A renowned painter of Cherokee heritage, was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dolona  trademark is her portrayal of the backs of Indian women draped in colorful and intricately designed blankets. The blankets are not meant to be literal representations of actual designs but unique patterns of her own creation. Each blanket is a combination of geometric forms including stripes, zigzags and diamonds. The fact that no two are alike is a testimony to her skill in arranging patterns, colors, movements and form. Dolona Roberts’ honors and accolades bound, including paintings housed at the Smithsonian Institution. The Southwest Association of Indian Artists selected her painting, “Feast Day” as the official poster for the 65th annual Indian Market in Santa Fe.

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• Quilts Quilts
• Baskets Baskets
• Ceremony Ceremony
• Blankets Blankets
• Red and Blue Blankets Red and Blue Blankets
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