About the Artist

Lesly Chappell

I'm Lesly Chappell, with roots in the Mdewakanton Dakota of Minnesota and the Sisseton/Wahpeton Dakota of South Dakota. At the age of five, my grandma introduced me to beading with a medallion project, sparking a passion that has grown to include crafting barrettes, earrings, belts, keychains, and more. I take joy in designing and creating pieces that mirror my perspective of the world.

Location: On Display at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute and Available Online