National Geographic Erika Larsen & Katie Harris: In Search of a Horse - "Let the Spirit of The Gathering Catch You" Oct. 30 - Nov. 1, 2015 in Berryville Va at the Clarke County Fairgrounds Native American Harvest Dance.
Erika Larsen: In Search of a Horse
From 2011 to 2013 Erika Larsen traveled to many locations in the western U.S. to learn about the significance of the horse in Native American culture. Many people shared their stories and experiences about this connection with her, as well as the word for “horse” in their respective languages. Larsen’s photographs documenting this bond are featured in the March 2014 issue of National Geographic.
Erika Larsen: In Search of a Horse
From 2011 to 2013 Erika Larsen traveled to many locations in the western U.S. to learn about the significance of the horse in Native American culture. Many people shared their stories and experiences about this connection with her, as well as the word for “horse” in their respective languages. Larsen’s photographs documenting this bond are featured in the March 2014 issue of National Geographic.
Katie Harris is photographed with her Appaloosa. Harris made most of the horse trappings as well as her own traditional outfits herself, including the bead work. Some of the trappings are passed down from older generations but the girls like to make their own to continue the tradition.
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