Carlis Chee

Carlis Chee considers himself a wanderer by nature. “I like to move around,” he said. “The Navajo are known throughout history to be nomads.”The artist has traveled across the United States with art in tow, mounting shows at all of the major cities. “I would drive my truck and haul all of my stuff,” he said.

“I’ve paid my dues. I spent a lot of time in hotels and small cafes throughout the Midwest. I look back at all of the connections I made, and it has really paid off.”

His latest journey: from the Southwest to the mid-Pacific.

Honolulu Star Bulletin