The Way of Life Collection

Explore our newest collection of prints and other inspiring products painted by Chief Marvin Swallow.

I am the Light & the Way

I am the Light & the Way

In the Lakota tradition, the chief holds the prayers, the knowledge and... 

I am the Light & the Way

7 Directions Way of Life

7 Directions Way of Life

The overarching message of 7 Directions Way of Life is "Wichoni." A... 

7 Directions Way of Life

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Seven Generations

This painting is dedicated to Chief Marvin's mother, and is represented by... 

Seven Generations

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Our Mission

Every purchase supports the preservation of Lakota Culture and way of life. Find out all the ways your purchase makes a difference.

Food Sovereignty

Establishing regenerative food systems to support the people and the land

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The Way of Life School

Teaching and preserving Indigenous wisdom

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Bison Rematriation

Re-matriating ancestral buffalo relations

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  • Buffalo Nation

    Buffalo Nation

    Learn more about Buffalo Nation - a painting on an actual buffalo skull!

    Buffalo Nation

    Learn more about Buffalo Nation - a painting on an actual buffalo skull!

  • I am the Light & the Way

    I am the Light & the Way

    Learn more about the sacred symbolism in I am the Light and Way and the Lakota mythology the painting shares.  

    I am the Light & the Way

    Learn more about the sacred symbolism in I am the Light and Way and the Lakota mythology the painting shares.  

  • Seven Generations

    Seven Generations

    Learn more about the sacred symbolism and personal narrative that are painted into Seven Generations painting.

    Seven Generations

    Learn more about the sacred symbolism and personal narrative that are painted into Seven Generations painting.

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