Artist:  Leonard Peltier (b. 1944)
Title:  “Bill Wahpepah”

Medium: Oil on Canvas

Dimensions:  20” x 24”
Date:  2003

Where Painted:   United States Penitentiary -  Leavenworth, KS

This striking contemporary portrait by Leonard Peltier features a Native man dressed in a vibrant red shirt, layered with a classic denim jacket, topped with a black-rimmed hat and sunglasses. The composition expertly employs a complementary color scheme, contrasting the rich red of the shirt against a deep green background, creating a powerful visual impact that celebrates both cultural identity and modern style.