Ways of My Ancestors - We Are Still Here: 'The Why' Behind What I Do with Scott Strong Hawk Foster

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Scott Strong Hawk Foster's ethos as an Indigenous artist is to represent his family and community authentically, to record compelling images that make known the true stories of their heritage, values, and oral traditions, and to attest to how they are thriving today. This is 'the why' behind what he does

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About The Photographer

Scott Strong Hawk Foster is a Native American photographer whose proud roots include Hassanamisco Nipmuc, Mohegan, and Cherokee lineage. Scott’s images reflect his travels throughout the ancestral homelands of the Native American Peoples of New England. While attending powwows, cultural events, and Indigenous practices that span millennia, Scott’s passion has become highlighting the rich, resilient, and diverse cultures and history of the Indigenous peoples that are still here and living amongst us.

Scott’s images tell a story. They enable the viewer to feel the atmosphere, mood, and emotions of his subject in that moment. By sharing his artistry and life experiences through the lens of a camera, Scott would like to think you can see that he’s a proud father, son, outdoor activity enthusiast, and descendant of a proud, hardworking, and mindful, Indigenous People who respect Mother Earth and all who inhabit it.

Scott’s tagline, “Capture the Moment...Share the Experience”©, vividly expresses his philosophy that life is filled with unique and fleeting moments that must be captured and imprinted or they could be lost forever. His past work experience coupled with his creative mindset now allows him to focus on working in and casting light on the people, places, and beautiful traditions of his Indigenous community.