I've only been able to attend and dance at powwows for the past couple years (lots of family reasons-- e-mail me privately if you want details); my travel and clothing budget is less than nonexistent....
My first question is, what do you think of people not raised with powwows starting out as adults? And if they have very simple regalia? my stuff is very basic as i accumulate one nice piece at a time to add to it (no family history of dancing to build outfit:( )
Number two is what would you suggest to someone wanting to increase their learning curve? I have basic regalia in my personal colors and in the style of my tribe (Cherokee) and I have no intention on contesting anytime soon; i just want to dance and learn. Right now I only dance in Grand Entry and intertribals where I see other Cloth dancers-- i learned the basics at my university N.A. group meeting (and lots of watching others!)... any suggestions on improving my style (i'm a touch shy)? I wouldn't mind contesting at some point in the future, but my ultimate goal is to dance well enough and be informed enough to teach and encourage my future offspring.
My first question is, what do you think of people not raised with powwows starting out as adults? And if they have very simple regalia? my stuff is very basic as i accumulate one nice piece at a time to add to it (no family history of dancing to build outfit:( )
Number two is what would you suggest to someone wanting to increase their learning curve? I have basic regalia in my personal colors and in the style of my tribe (Cherokee) and I have no intention on contesting anytime soon; i just want to dance and learn. Right now I only dance in Grand Entry and intertribals where I see other Cloth dancers-- i learned the basics at my university N.A. group meeting (and lots of watching others!)... any suggestions on improving my style (i'm a touch shy)? I wouldn't mind contesting at some point in the future, but my ultimate goal is to dance well enough and be informed enough to teach and encourage my future offspring.
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