Her story often depicts her as the mortal victim of a savage rape. Her body found in the woods next to a sleeping fawn, who comforted her so she would not die alone. Her assailants went unpunished, so her wish for Justice was granted, and she was reborn as half human + half deer. She punishes men who harm women. Luring them to the woods to trample them.

I see her as a symbol of protection + a shape shifter. Watching over the many MMIW. Granting blessings to those who carry good medicine in their hearts and seeking justice for those who have been harmed. A delicate balance of love + vengeance.

10% of the sale will be donated to National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC). NIWRC, is a Native led 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to end violence against Native women and restore sovereignty for Tribal Nations to hold perpetrators accountable. NIWRC is located in Lame Deer, MT.

Framed 11.5 x 14.5

Unframed 9 x 12

Materials: Mixed media. Pen, chalk pastel, graphite, marker, gouache, and watercolor.