Jno Didrickson’s Tlingit Artwork Exhibit Featured at Ankara Turkish American Association

February 17, 2009

DCM Douglas Silliman speaks to journalists about the artwork of the American Pacific Northwest.

U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Douglas Silliman opened the U.S. Embassy-sponsored exhibit of Native American art by Jno Didrickson, February 17 at the Turkish American Association in Ankara.  The exhibit features Pacific Northwest Coast wood carvings, metalwork, and beadwork made by Mr. Didrickson, who is an Alaskan Tlingit artist. Also featured is a photo exhibition depicting Alaska’s wildlife and natural beauty,  and as well as a documentary film about the artist’s work and the Tlingit culture. The exhibit will be open to the public at the Turkish American Association from February 17-28.  More information on Mr. Didrickson’s art as well as the Tlingit culture can be found at the artist’s webpage www.jnodidrickson.com.