Duke Wassaja Sine, Learn about AIDS

My name is Duke Wassaja Sine. I am half Yavapai, half San Carlos Apache, born in 1955. I am also a second-generation artist; my father David V. Sine is a self-taught, accomplished artist himself. As we were growing, he taught us the basics of art, the values of nature, respect for our Apache heritage and traditions. Throughout my life, I've tried to interpret themes into my own art. I am an alumni of the Institute of American Indian Arts, in Santa Fe, N.M. (1969-1973).

Over the past fifteen years as a full-time artist, I've been developing my own distinct style using watercolors, of mix medium works on paper. I've tried to interpret the ceremonial, historical and social aspects of the Apache culture. I like to use fine line and detail in my work, with sweeping, bright background colors that set the mood of each piece. My style has developed from a respect for traditional Indian art as well as a vision toward the future of Indian art.