Cheyenne-Arapaho artist wins best in show at Red Earth fest

Monday, June 10, 2013  

Laketa Pratt, an artist from the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, won the Grand Award at the 27th annual Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival.

Pratt was selected for “Miss Powwow," her beaded Indian doll. The intricately made doll features human braided hair, moccasins, jewelry, breastplate, belt, purse and moccasins, The Oklahoman reported.

“I can't believe it. This is just my second year to enter," Pratt told the paper.

Red Earth took place over the weekend in Oklahoma City.

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