Oral history interview with Tom Fields

Title

Oral history interview with Tom Fields

Narrator

Fields, Tom, 1951-

Description

Tom Fields, a photographer for many years, describes growing up and the experiences that led him to photography and art. He mentions some of the influential people in his life and the impact they have had on his work and career. Fields comments on a few of his larger projects and their importance to him. He explains his focus on Native Indian images, his creative process, and favorite techniques. Lastly, Fields describes his philosophy toward his work and his Native subjects.

Interviewer

Little Thunder, Julie Pearson

Keyword

Oklahoma Native Artists; Indian churches

Subject

Indians of North America; Indian artists; Photography; Art and photography; National Indian Youth Council; Interviews

Spatial

California; Santa Fe, New Mexico; Oklahoma

Citation of material

Oklahoma Oral History Research Program-Oklahoma State University

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