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Tanya LISTER VALLEY OF THE GODS A SPRINGTIME “ROBIN”

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Kalamity’s INnovaTION GOLDIE’S WAR PAINT

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8. Where are they Now? 10. “Valley of the Gods” 11. Fashion by “Navajo Spirit” 14. 16 Year old Robin 16. 2017 Calendar Women 30. Kalamity Designs 32. Color the Pow Wow 40. Goldie’s War Paint 42. Water is Life 50. Photos By LT

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Tanya Lister-Begay

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Tanya Lister

Tanya is currently living in Colorado attending nursing

of Science Degree in Nursing. Her ultimate career goal is

school. She has successfully completed three semesters

to work as a nurse practitioner in an emergency

and is now in her senior year in a Bachelor of Science

department. She says that she chose to pursue a career

nursing program. Most of her time is filled with studying,

in nursing because she “feels that it is a very rewarding

going to classes, going to clinical rotations, and spending

profession. Nurses have the privilege of caring for

time with her family. Tanya enjoys volunteering for

people through illness, injury, pain, loss, dying, grieving,

community health fairs and other youth-focused community

birth, growth, aging, and health. Nurses also have the

events. She will be working as a volunteer nursing student

opportunities to not only love and care for people when

for the summer at her local community hospital.

they are at their weakest moments, but to also promote

Upon graduating and obtaining her license to practice

health, prevent disease, and educate populations across all

nursing, she plans on continuing her education for a Master

lifespans about health.�

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The Women of the Navajo has given the green light to the producers of “Valley of the Gods” (2017) for the 2016 calendar to be used in the movie.

producing along with Majewski. Peter Safran and Malgorzata Domin are executive producing.

Jan Harlan is co-producing alongside Alyssa Swanzey, Natalia Safran and Royal Road’s Carla Rosen-Vacher.

John Malkovich will star opposite Josh Hartnett as the reclusive trillionaire, Wes Tauros. Bérénice Marlohe (“Skyfall”), Keir Dullea (“2001: A Space Odyssey”), Native actor Joseph Runningfox as Third Eye, John Rhys-Davies and Charlotte Rampling round out the ensemble cast.

Lech Majewski (“The Mill and the Cross”) is directing with production set to begin May 18 in Poland, Italy and Utah.

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Plot Summary: The story features the richest man on earth, a Navajo legend and a writer (Hartnett), who possesses an unbridled imagination and has the ability to alter reality. It involves three narratives about characters who attempt to escape the drama that follows when supernatural visions clash with reality.

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The 25th Edition Available September 2017 Place your logo in the 2018 Women of the Navajo calendar Contact:

womenofthenavajo@gmail.com

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Sometimes, you are in the right place at the right time. So was the case for 16 year old Robin Begaye of Chinle, Arizona who had tagged along with a friend who was auditioning for the 2008 Women of the Navajo calendar.

When she arrived at the audition, Robin began receiving more attention than other girls. To make a long story short. She went on the make the final 12 and landed on the cover as well.

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Like many Native American artists, he often uses silver and turquoise- natural stone, of course – not the plastic, imitation or reconstituted turquoise that is sometimes found in gift shops. He has found a good turquoise source in Nevada.

Milford is also fascinated with the red tones of copper so he has been incorporating it into some of his art. Although he uses the same techniques with copper as with silver, he finds that copper takes an extra step or two, often needed to be cleaned of oxidation.

He is not afraid to experiment and make mistakes; he says that often leads to something unexpected and totally new. Unlike many artists, he does not do drawings first; the design evolves as he starts to construct it. He lets the material follow its natural inclination and the piece evolves as he goes.

One of his most unique creations is a two-finger ring. Long silver wires attach the ring to two fingers and the stone actually sits between the fingers. The ring does not fall off, and the design works well for people with arthritis, as they often have large knuckles. More traditional in style, his tiny baby bracelets are also quite popular.

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Milford Kalamity’s jewelry is as memorable and unique as his name. Although contemporary, his designs reflect his traditional culture. Kalamity’s family is from the Shonto area of the Navajo Reservation. He has ties to both the rebels that resisted the army during the Indian Wars and to those who went to Bosque Redondo; his great-great grandmother was born on the Long Walk.

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For a while, it seemed that Milford’s creative abilities would express themselves in music. When he was young, he thought he would be a musician or at least be involved in the music industry. He studied audio engineering, built a recording studio and repaired electronic musical equipment such as amplifiers. One of the side benefits was meeting famous musicians such as Eric McFadden and Bruce Zinky.

But it was a jewelry making class at Northern Arizona University that introduced Milton to his current trade. Just for fun, he made bola guards for himself and friends. Then people started asking him to make bracelets. About a year ago, he decided to start creating jewelry full time.

Milford loves having his own business; it is something he has been wanting to do and he is encouraged by the reaction he is getting to his jewelry. He recently had good sales at the 18th Annual Chumash Day Pow Wow in Malibu, California and plans to be at other Indian markets this year, including the one in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Plans for the future include shows in more distant locations such as Florida, Kansas and New York. Remember the name Kalamity, look for Milford’s bandana and dark shades at Indian Markets - and don’t miss his unique blend of tradition and innovation.

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Goldie’s War Paint takes her to Fashion Week

GOLDIE TOM

It is a long way from the quiet small community of Iyanbito, New Mexico to New York City. And for a young Navajo woman, it is quite a change to be amidst the glitz and glamour of Fashion Week - one of the world’s most prestigious events, where models and top designers like Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Vera Wang strut their stuff.

Goldie Tom will tell you, it takes a lot of hard work and preparation to be invited to practice your craft at this international event.

Opportunity knocked at Goldie’s door when she was invited to join a team of talented Native Americans as they presented their collection at the PLITZ Fashion show, one of many events at New York City’s famous fashion get-together. A friend called her their “War paint specialist.”

But Goldie’s journey started years before. She considers herself a late bloomer because she did not start on her life’s course immediately after high school, but once she decided, she committed herself wholeheartedly. She WOULD become a cosmetologist. She says she is fortunate to have parents who encouraged her to be brave and confident, to take chances and keep pushing herself. They also let her know they would be there, no matter what. Having that support was very important.

Getting her degree in cosmetology at the University of New Mexico took more work, more money and more time than Goldie anticipated. She is grateful to the friends and family who helped her stay the course. Goldie was surprised that medical, business and marketing knowledge was required, as well as hair cutting and beauty techniques. Ultimately, she had to dig deep within herself to make it happen. After two years, she graduated at the top of her class, with honors. Here are a few things she learned along the way: Goldie’s “Things to Know to Be a Success:” • Know that you will have to putin your time and effort – no matter which field you choose.

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• Know that it takes hard work,nand no one can do it for you. It has to come from you.

• Become your own cheerleader know that you can do it.

• Know that you are worth it.

• Lay claim to what you are going to do. Say it and it becomes a reality – if you put in the work.

After graduation, Goldie found that what she enjoyed most was helping at fashion shows. So she quickly recognized what a great opportunity it was to go to Fashion Week. Goldie found New York City to be quite a contrast to the land of wide open spaces and few people from which she came. It was very fast-paced, exciting and fun. While she wouldn’t want to live there long term, she enjoyed her visit and being able to get around without a car.

Fashion week was a great opportunity to meet people from all walks of life and make connections for the future.

Goldie sought to make a memorable impression by creating a distinctive look for herself. She wore her Grandma’s glamorous turquoise scarf as a headwrap and turquoise jewelry. Although she is only 5’2” tall, she made herself easy to find in a room of people. And, she was successful in making a good impression.

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And, she was successful in making a good impression. When she later introduced herself, she discovered that people had already heard of her.

say, “I’m here and ready to work as long as you need me.” Sometimes that meant working from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. And, she didn’t stick to one thing.

Goldie works with both hair and makeup, but it is with makeup that her artistry shines brightest. One notable example was doing the makeup for Grace Dove, the actress who played the wife of Leonardo Di Caprio’s character in the movie “Revenant.”

Goldie created an understated glamorous look for the actress’s Meet and Greet event , plus a fashion show that same evening.

Her dedication and hard work at Fashion Week has paid off. She has been to Fashion Week two more times and has been invited back to Fashion week in September by Jane Bellis, director of the PLITZ fashion show. She was asked to “step into the director’s shoes” since Jane in unable to be there. It is a huge responsibility and Goldie will be there and ready to work hard. She says she plans to take advantage of other opportunities to work with famous designers, as well.

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a story she hadn’t heard before; when she was very young – four or five years old –Goldie told them she wanted to be a cosmetologist when she grew up. They were amused because it was such a big word for such a little girl. But, sure enough, she not only became a cosmetologist, but one that has worked with some of the top people in the fashion world.

What does Goldie do for fun? More makeup! She enjoys creating character looks, such as zombies (special FX), cartoon characters and animal faces. She has fun showing people the amazing things that can be done with just the makeup you buy at the drug store.

And where would Goldie like to be five years from now? She replies with no hesitation, “Hollywood.” She would like to work on location for big name movie producers, and even win the Oscar award for hair and makeup artists. She wants to see her footprint outside the Chinese Theater, but more than that, she likes the challenge of creating realistic, or surrealist characters. She is very good at it and very determined. She plans to put on her “War Paint” and go after her destiny.

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