Taylor Uchytil is a member of the Walker River Paiute Tribe and an artist from Nevada, currently based in New York City. She reimagines the traditions of her Paiute tribe into fashion. Her work is a tribute to her younger cousins, symbolizing resilience, hope, and gratitude.
Taylor’s signature beading style is inspired by the hood of her childhood cradleboard (1999). The artist hand-beads each piece with the intention of bringing the wearer a sense of security and comfort, similar to the feeling of a baby in a cradleboard.
Each tag reads "Taught by Lesley Williams" to honor her aunt who shared the knowledge of weaving and beading. A practice they continue to pass down together.
Taylor’s signature beading style is inspired by the hood of her childhood cradleboard (1999). The artist hand-beads each piece with the intention of bringing the wearer a sense of security and comfort, similar to the feeling of a baby in a cradleboard.
Each tag reads "Taught by Lesley Williams" to honor her aunt who shared the knowledge of weaving and beading. A practice they continue to pass down together.