Matika Wilbur is a photographer, writer and digital story teller. She documents the pictures she takes and hopes to visit all the federally recognized Native American groups, 562. Her goal in doing this project is to correct stereotypical inaccuracies: "My goal is to unveil the true essence of contemporary Native issues, the beauty of native culture, the magnitude of tradition, and expose her vitality."
To this point she has documented stories and pictures from over 400 groups. She started in 2011, selling all of her possessions and traveling in a motor home. She takes portraits as she travels, but allows people to wear what they desire rather than dressing them in any particular clothing or fashion. She is creating a mosaic of a thriving people.
She is from Washington State, Tulalip, Swinomish.
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