Phillip Charette

Current

• Fine Art Rental and Leasing at YupikMask: Alaskan Native Fine Art
• Artist / Musician / Owner at YupikMask: Alaskan Native Fine Arts

Past

• CD / MP3 available at CDBaby.com
• Artist's Currently Available Work at YupikMask: Alaskan Native Fine Arts
• Latest Music News at YupikMask

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Education

• Harvard University Graduate School of Education
• University of Alaska Fairbanks
• University of Alaska Fairbanks

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Industry

Fine Art

Phillip Charette’s Summary

I am Alaskan Native Yup'ik and French Canadian. I am a member of the Yupiit Nation in Southwestern Alaska and am best known for my mixed-media sculptures, which are contemporary renditions of ancient Yup’ik masks.

My work has been in the Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian in New York, and the Eiteljorg, Heard, Hallie Ford, Washington State History, and Bishop Museums. In 2006 I was honored with the SWAIA Artists Choice award for one of my sculptures at the Sante Fe Indian Art Market. Each year I attend art markets at these locations as well. Along with numerous pieces in private collections, I have a piece on permanent display in the Portland Art Museum, as well as two large pieces on tour with the Changing Hands 2: Art Without Reservation exhibit. I have been featured on Oregon Public Broadcasting’s “Oregon Art Beat” for both my art and music.

I make concert-quality Native American flutes, write my own songs and have been performing at galleries, museum receptions, weddings, and special events for six years. I am a member of The International Native American Flute Association.

In 2008 I released a new CD, titled "Arctic Voices." All music is original, with the exception of "Amazing Grace" (John Newton), and "Tarvarnauramken" (a traditional healing song). My music is influenced by my Alaskan Native Yup'ik culture. It is available for purchase directly from me or via CDbaby.

I specialize in sizable sculptures that are perfect for large spaces. My art is perfectly suited for commercial and residential environments, especially where the owner is looking for a strong piece of unique art. I accept all commissions from all areas. Large or small, my work can be customized to fit your needs. All is available for rent or lease.

For more information on upcoming shows, commissions, or performances, please see my yupikmask website.

Phillip Charette’s Specialties:

Mixed Media Sculpture
Large 'floating' wall sculptures
Suspension art
Award Winning Artist
Experienced public speaker
Native American Flute Musician

Pieces range in size from the very small (lapel pins) to the very large, (6 ft by 6 ft). My work is not simply composed of the materials I put in them, but also are very strong spiritually.

As an Alaskan Native artist, my work honors my ancestors.

Phillip Charette’s Experience

• Fine Art Rental and Leasing

  YupikMask: Alaskan Native Fine Art

  (Arts and Crafts industry)

  January 2009 — Present (11 months)

  We will begin renting / leasing (everyone eligible, including individuals, corporations, real estate agents, interior decorators, entertainment and hospitality industries, public spaces, etc.) beginning in February, 2009.
  
  All pieces valued over $500 will be available for rent or lease. Fees will vary according to value, number of pieces rented or leased, and length of rental or lease. Insurance and transportation costs will be the responsibility of lessee.
  
  Reasons to consider rental or leasing of fine art over purchase:
  
  • Acquire fine art without large up-front capital outlay
  • Low monthly rental/lease payments are tax deductible
  • Enhance corporate or personal image
  • Improve corporate / personal environment and company morale
  • No commitment required to any work of art. Art can be changed frequently
  • Easy buy-out options available
  
  For information on leasing or renting art, please contact Phillip Charette or Liz Estabrooks at phillipjcharette@gmail.com.

• Artist / Musician / Owner

  YupikMask: Alaskan Native Fine Arts

  (Arts and Crafts industry)

  2000 — Present (9 years )

  I am an artist and musician of Alaskan Native Yu'pik and French Canadian descent, working in mixed media sculpture and mono-types with a focus on contemporary design of traditional Yup'ik masks, celebrating and honoring my culture.
  
  My work can be seen in Oregon & Washington Galleries, and was part of the 2005 - 2008 Changing Hands: Art Without Reservation national exhibit..
  
  The Portland Art Museum {Oregon} purchased a piece for permanent display in their Arctic Room in 2006. I show annually at various galleries and large art markets nationwide. Look for me in 2009 at the recently opened Alaska House gallery in SoHo.
  
  I lecture on Alaskan Native art, cosmology, and culture, and provide education to youth and adults alike. I perform live at galleries, community events, weddings, memorials, festivals, etc. - virtually any venue.
  
  More information about upcoming shows, performances and lectures can be found on my Alaskan Native Artist website, yupikmask dot com.

• CD / MP3 available

  CDBaby.com

  (Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Music industry)

  2008 — 2009 (1 year )

  My Native American flute CD, "Arctic Voices" is available on the CDBaby website.
  
  I wrote and arranged all songs except two ("Amazing Grace" by John Newton, and "Tarvarnauramken," a traditional healing song).
  
  Although songs are performed on traditional wood Native American flutes, the songs are influenced by my Alaskan Native culture and the Arctic itself, as well as my own experiences and emotions.
  
  To hear some clips or purchase the CD or MP3, please visit the CDbaby website link shown above.

• Artist's Currently Available Work

  YupikMask: Alaskan Native Fine Arts

  (Arts and Crafts industry)

  2000 — 2009 (9 years )

  My most spectacular currently available works include:
  
  The Northwind Masks - a mixed media pair of clay masks that were a part of the Changing Hands 2: Art Without Reservation national exhibit
  
  Meciguiq: Other Ways of Seeing: A suspension mask that is a fully functional dance mask. The piece is over 5 feet long, mixed media, with the body made of wood.
  
  Poisoned: Over 5 feet wide and in height, this is one of my wall sculptures designed to be floating away from the wall. This piece is an artist's statement about the damage done against culturally significant Native artifacts by curators and collectors over the centuries.
  
  All can be seen by viewing the slide show here, or by visiting my yupikmask website or my myartspace website (http://www.myartspace.com/phillipcharette)
  
  
  For information on prices and locations of these masks, please contact me directly.
  
  All work available for rental/lease.

• Latest Music News

  YupikMask

  (Music industry)

  June 2008 — 2008 (less than a year)

  Exciting new updates on my CD, "Arctic Voices"
  
  The Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian will soon be carrying my CD in their museum stores!
  
  Also - if you are a videographer, photographer, etc., I recently signed a contract with Triple Scoop music, making my songs available for use to those of you looking for good music that soothes the spirit, is peaceful, speaks of love, and touches the soul.

Phillip Charette’s Education

• Harvard University Graduate School of Education

  Masters , Education , 1993 — 1994

• University of Alaska Fairbanks

  Bachelors , Education , 1982 — 1990

• University of Alaska Fairbanks

  Bachelors , Alaskan Native Studies , 1982 — 1990

Additional Information

Phillip Charette’s Interests:

Music, art, fishing, camping, skateboarding, downhill skiing, hiking, bicycling, playing with my granddaughter

Phillip Charette’s Groups:

INAFA (International Native American Flute Association), UAF Alumni, Harvard Alumni, & Crossroads Community Art Center Board Chair

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Phillip Charette’s Honors:

2004 Coos Art Museum, "Moonlight Spirit" mask, permanent collection
2006 Hallie Ford Museum of Art, "Old Seabird Yua" mask, permanent collection
2006 Hallie Ford Museum of Art, "The Dance" mono print, permanent collection
2006 SWAIA Artist Choice Award, Santa Fe Indian Art Market
2006 Portland Art Museum, "Amikuk" mask, permanent collection & permanent display
2008 SWAIA Best of Division,Graphics
2008 SWAIA First Place, Miscellaneous
2008 Best of Show, Crossroads Art Center Regional Arts Festival
2008 Hallie Ford Museum of Art, "Rebirth" mono print, permanent collection
2009 SWAIA Fellowship winner
2009 University of Washington's Burke Museum, "Poisoned" mask, permanent collection

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