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Mission

Cornhusk Collective is an artist collective that supports artists, strengthens cultural ties, and contributes to the healing and vitality of The Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. Artists practicing traditional, hybrid, and contemporary art forms come together to create. They connect in shared spaces to build community through art and design opportunities that benefit the collective and community.

 

Through collaborative efforts, workshops, and community events, Cornhusk Collective creates, connects, and prospers.

WHAT WE'RE MADE OF

Artists 

Cornhusk Collective is made up of local artists who practice a variety of art forms including traditional indigenous works, hybrid, and contemporary styles. The collective is an advising group for the organization that oversees the artistic direction and assists in designing events and programs. Artists who have shown a commitment to their craft, have joined events, and are dedicated to giving back, are invited to join this group.

Programs

Our programs create collaboration between artists and the community. We are in the process of developing a program aimed at Indigenous youth to teach traditional art forms, music production, visual arts, and more. Cornhusk Collective artists help design programming and assist in leading events. 

Community

Events will be held in existing community spaces while we work to find a permanent home. Cornhusk Collective houses the ecosystem that creates an artistic haven for all. Whether someone is an official collective member or not, the frequent Create & Connect events and workshops are a time for all community artists to come and create together. 

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Cornhusk Collective's History

The concept of organizing an artist collective in Oneida came about when Giselle 'Gise' Oliva grew more and more inspired by the numerous artists in The Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. She brought the idea to Amber Cornelius, a local artist, who is passionate about creating a space of healing and creativity, in the Summer of 2023 and helped Gise co-found Cornhusk Collective. Gise began meeting with community members and artists in the Fall of 2023 to learn about the presence of art in the community and how people interact with it. Through these conversations, the needs for artists and art became apparent. Oneida needs a space for artists to connect and create, they need access to supplies, and they need a space to sell or trade work.

 

A creative hub that is welcoming and intends to become an artistic haven for local artists is the foundation upon which Cornhusk Collective is being built on. Gise and Amber are in the process of acquiring funding and obtaining 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. A longterm goal for Cornhusk Collective is to have a permanent home in the heart of Oneida that can house studio spaces and more community events. In the meantime, we will use available community spaces to launch the mission and start building community through art. The goal is to have the first community event celebrating the collective and introducing the concept to the community in January 2024. 

A special thanks to community artists and members who have lent their time, knowledge, and offered guidance in this process:

Amber Cornelius

Kanani Nunies

Scott Hill

Gina Tiger-Madueno

Darleen Denny

Becky Webster

Laura Manthe

Karen Ann Hoffman

Jen Falck

James Kelly

Eldon Powless 

Shelby Siebers

Nicholas Metoxen

Jessica Powless

Cody Cottrell

Patrick Metoxen

Yelihwakanyehs Powless 

Marcela 'Xela' Garcia

Randy Stoecker

Eliza Skenandore

Bolz Center for Arts Administration (UW Madison)

More info on the Cornhusk Collective Administrative Team>>>

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