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CLASS DATES & TIMES 

October 15–18, 2025 with varying times. 

The sessions are scheduled as follows: October 15 (10AM–5PM), October 16 (5:30PM–8PM), October 17 (5:30PM–8PM), and October 18 (11AM–2PM).

COST

Free and all materials are provided.

DETAILS

Come learn how to make Yup’ik dance breastplates with Yup’ik artist Golga Oscar! This free, hands-on workshop takes place from October 15–18, meeting each day. Participants will learn how to create calfskin breastplates as part of their regalia. 

This workshop is made possible through support provided by Providence Alaska Foundation and in partnership with Kuskokwim Campus Native Arts Department UAF.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Golga Oscar was born and raised in Kasigluk, Alaska. Oscar graduated from Institute of American Indian Arts where he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Arts with an emphasis in photography. 

As a fluent Yup'ik speaker, Oscar is dedicated to keeping his culture and traditions alive and relevant by teaching the next generations about their language and art. A strong cultural identity is evident in his work. Through his knowledge of traditional art forms and sewing skills, he creates cultural attire that becomes a strong visual element in his photographic imagery. His images portray portraits of Indigenous people to show the world the importance of Native heritage and the validity of their existence. 

 

APPLICATION & ACCEPTANCE PROCESS

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To apply for this workshop, participants must complete the application form. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, October 10, 2025, at 10AM to be considered for the class. Applicants must agree to attend the full duration of the 4-day workshop.

All applicants will receive an email by Friday, October 10, 2025, at 5PM notifying them whether they have been accepted to participate. Only those who receive acceptance emails may attend the workshop.

Frequently Asked Questions

If an accepted participant cancels their registration, they will be ineligible to participate in the next two workshops at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Multiple cancellations or no-shows may result in extended ineligibility for future workshops. This policy helps ensure committed attendance and fairness for others wishing to join future events.

To cancel, please contact Savanna Von Scheele by email, text, or phone call:
Email: [email protected]
Text: (907) 308-1582
Call: (907) 802-0241

To apply for this workshop, participants must complete the application form. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, October 10, 2025, at 10AM to be considered for the class. 

All applicants will receive an email by Friday, October 10, 2025, at 5PM notifying them whether they have been accepted to participate. Only those who receive acceptance emails may attend the workshop.

 

For any questions about this workshop or the registration process, please contact Savanna Von Scheele at [email protected] or (907) 802-0241.

  • Alaska Native peoples are given priority for workshop participation.

  • Those from the same cultural background or region as the Mentor/Master Artist may also receive priority when applicable.

  • Individuals who have not participated in a workshop in the last 3–6 months have increased eligibility for selection

Participants are expected to arrive on time. If you're 15 minutes or more late, entry may be restricted to minimize disruption, and your seat may be filled from the waitlist.

Participants must be at least 16 years old to register for this workshop.

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