GHC Art Gallery
Curated Exhibits at Gig Harbor Campus
Current Exhibit
TWO SIDES OF THE SAME CHIP
Art by Paige Pettibon
September 23, 2024 - December 6, 2024
Reception: Nov. 7, 2024, 6 - 8 p.m.
This collection aims to provide a deeper understanding of the multifaceted relationship between casinos and Indigenous communities...”
TWO SIDES OF THE SAME CHIP
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This show explores the duality of casinos in Indigenous communities, reflecting both the vital economic support they provide and the potential harm they cause through addiction. As an Indigenous artist, I am deeply aware of the importance of sovereignty and the necessity of supporting tribal economies. However, I also recognize the darker side of gambling, which can devastate individuals and families. This collection aims to provide a deeper understanding of the multifaceted relationship between casinos and Indigenous communities, inviting viewers to consider both the benefits and the challenges. |
Artist Statement
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Paige Pettibon Paige is a mixed-race descendant of the Bitterroot Salish of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, Black & White, raised on Coast Salish territories alongside one of the country’s largest urban Native populations. She draws on her lived experience to create images that highlight the complexity of Indigenous identities, and uplift shared community values. Paige works across many media, from digital design to painting, writing, handcrafted jewelry, and public art.
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