Pawnee legend states Buffalo Woman was a mother figure with the wisdom of a buffalo. Long ago, all things were waiting in a deep place far underground. There were great herds of animals and humans, even birds. All waited as in a sleep. Buffalo woman awoke, rose and began to walk. She walked among the creatures and as she passed, they awoke and slowly began to move. She walked past even the furthest buffalo. When she found a dark round place, bowed her head and passed under into the light of day. As she did, a young cow followed, then another and another until all the herds followed. All creatures emerged after onto the earth surfaces.
Originally from Key West, FL, Marlize is currently living in Custer, SD. Art has always been a passion of hers. Many of her works include cats.
Scratch board interest comes from working a s a photo artist in Omaha, NE. She restored photos in mediums including oils, pencils, air brushing, etc. This she did until digital photography came along and closed the lab. Her education in art has been ongoing since high school.
Marlize’s works are sold at the Discovery Shop in Custer, SD as well as Neat Stuff, a shop in Key West, FL.
