John Isaiah Pepion is an acclaimed artist, muralist and educator who is a citizen of the BlackfeetNation in northern Montana. His plains graphic art combines traditional design and contemporary illustrations to create a signature look that is instantly recognized throughout thecountry. John considers his art journey as ceremony because his understanding of his past, family, and culture grows with each piece he creates. “Through my art,” he says, “I find personal healing, cultural preservation and a deeper connection to place.”A descendant of Mountain Chief, a Blackfeet leader who preserved history through numerouswinter counts, John aspires to have a positive impact on his community though his art activitiesand beyond.When not creating art, John is an active public speaker and educator who has traveled thecountry speaking at public schools, organizations and with groups of aspiring artists. He holds formal degrees in Art Marketing and Museum Studies from United Tribes Technical College and the Institute of American Indian Arts, respectively.In 2018, John began working with Native-owned Eighth Generation and their Inspired NativesProject with the goal of increasing his business capacity. His goal is to bring his cultural art tomarket while maintaining control over the stories embedded within it.Webpage: https://johnisaiahpepion.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.pepionIG:https://www.instagram.com/johnisaiahpepion/