Painted by Hand: The Textiles of Patricia Michaels

 Patricia Michaels is known for her haute couture fashion designs. Growing up in New Mexico, she was surrounded by beauty in culture, landscape, and art, all of which influenced her aesthetic. Her Native American heritage is deeply rooted in New Mexico. As a child, she spent significant time at Taos Pueblo where many of her family members lived, including her grandparents. In this majestic terrain, Patricia received a unique education—the environment became her teacher, and with the help of her elders, she learned to respect and honor the process of working with her hands and heart. 

 Michaels has become widely known for her designs through participation in the 2012 Emmy Award-winning season 11 of “Project Runway.” In June 2023, she dressed actress Tantoo Cardinal for the premiere of “Killers of the Flower Moon” at the Cannes Film Festival in France.