Natalie Schoenborn

biography

My name Natalie Schoenborn. I am 16 years old and I am a student of the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School. I was born in Wisconsin, but moved to Bemidji Minnesota a few years back.

I grew up drawing. It was a skill and talent that I was born with. When I was little, I would draw with any tool I could get a hold of - pencils crayons, pens…. Pretty much anything. Over time I moved into painting and that is now my favorite medium to work in.

My inspiration comes from looking at what artists do with paints and pencils. I start with their images, I try to make my work look as close to what they have done and then I put my own twist on it. Painting for me is a calming experience. It focuses my mind. Each year, my skills improve and my confidence increases.

I hope to be able to paint my own stories for the rest of my life.