Stories

Cherokee Silversmith Kassie Kussman
NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST + SILVERSMITH   KASSIE KUSSMAN: IN HER WORDS  I’ve always been an artistic person. Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, I struggled academically but excelled in art. I graduated high school and went on to earn a degree in...
Ginew + Artist
Embrace Possibility | A Showcase of Native Excellence  PHOTO: IMAGE TEASER - COMING FALL 2024 GINEW + STEVEN PAUL JUDD COLLECTION Ginew is a small, Native American-owned business with a noteworthy collection: The Ginew + Native American Artist line. This collection showcases Native...
The Wonders of Wax Canvas
 WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT WAX CANVAS?   STRENGTH The canvas is woven with ring-spun yarn creating a strength that exceeds the historical U.S. Military requirements for the construction of this fabric. The majority of or wax canvas outwear is dyed and finished...
Oneida Strawberries
The First Medicine.   Strawberries hold a significant place in Native American history, past and present. Strawberries are the first medicine in the Oneida community. They announce the beginning of the food seasons and the first harvests. Ginew's co-founder, Amanda...
Ginew Artisan Jennifer Younger
There are many stories of Raven in Northwest Coast culture. In Tlingit culture, there are two different characters: one is the creator raven and the other is the sly and conniving raven." ~ Jennifer Younger
Ginew's Genesis Leaf | True Voice
Where we began. Where we are going. Sitting under the tree and drifting away in search of inspiration. Gently floating on the breeze, a leaf slowly danced from the branches through the sky and landed in the lap. Brilliant. THIS is GINEW'S story.
A conversation with Stepha, 2 Spirit Artist from Lucaa Band

Working with Lucaa Band over the past year and it has been such a pleasure. We've had the privilege of having a conversation with them on many topics from what it's like to see Queer Natives in media to the complexities of Queer/2Spirit Afro-Indigenous Identity.

Desire Paths: Lessons on living a good life
Path #16: Erik Brodt, physician and co-founder of Ginew, the first Native American-owned denim brand. Daniel Giacopelli of Desire Paths recently reconnected with Erik Brodt, co-founder of Ginew, during an insightful and thoughtful conversation about leading a purpose-filled life while staying committed to...
Ginew's Native Americana Collection + Collab with TVHC
Introducing the Native Americana Spirit Collection: a very limited edition set of reimagined coats and hats developed to reflect the unwavering commitment to create heirloom quality garments shared by our companies. Presenting the All-Gender Native Americana Spirit JacketThese limited edition...
Experience Selvedge Denim Jeans
Learn about the special construction of Ginew's men's selvedge denim jeans. Three different contemporary styles, all made in USA. Raw denim from Vidalia Mills. Durable Native Americana made for all to wear.
Gently Strikes: A Native American Collaboration
NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST DESIGNED An exciting Native American collaboration! Ginew + Addie Roanhorse MEET THE NATIVE AMERICAN ARTISTAddie Roanhorse is a multidisciplinary artist residing on the Osage Nation Reservation, a place rooted in artistic expression. The mother and daughter of...
Ginew Presents: Joe Rainey Live at Lodge Room
Joe Rainey is a Pow Wow singer. His debut album Niineta showcases his command of the style - faithful to tradition - accompanied by cinematic, bass-heavy production from Andrew Broder. Depending on the song, his voice can celebrate or console,...
Artist-Designed Cotton Bandanas
Mass produced? Not at Ginew! Many of our bandanas are collabs with artisans who care greatly about their craft. Have you experienced hand-rolled and sewn edges? Or our buttery soft Ginew + Medel creations? Some bandana designs were even inspired...
Fashioning America: Grit to Glamour Exhibition
Ginew is honored to share Native Americana with Crystal Bridges’ first exhibition dedicated to fashion.  Fashioning America: Grit to Glamour, an exhibition offering a dynamic integration between video, imagery and over 100 garment and accessories from across two centuries of...
The Gathering 2022
On Thursday, October 13th, the Oregon Native American Chamber (ONAC) held its 17th Annual Gathering event “Shifting Economic Power in the Greater Northwest.” The Gathering is a unique opportunity for members, partners and the Native business community to network, celebrate...
Song for My Daughter
My girl. You are one of our greatest teachers. Of hope. Love. Courage. Language. Tradition. Song. You have (and continue) to teach us to lean into who we are as we do our best as you grow into your potential...
PART ONE: Folk Fibers + Ginew + Medel Bandanas
  It's OK to be analog - to slow down - to take your time - to enjoy the scenic route. Working with Maura Ambrose (FOLK FIBERS) and Lou Medel (MEDEL) on the bandana collaborating exemplifies how we were able...
MEDIA RELEASE: Ginew Inc. Receives $500,000 Investment From Raven Indigenous Capital Partners Provides To Transform Native Participation in the Apparel Industry
Erik Brodt & Amanda BrueglCo-Founders of Ginew Inc. Through Ginew’s co-founders' family exploration, their Native American culture is expressed in a contemporary context and shared with the world through their garment collection. VANCOUVER, British Columbia - August 23, 2022 -  Raven Indigenous...
FUNDRAISER FOR WARM SPRINGS RESERVATION SKATEPARK
Warm Springs Reservation Skatepark Fundraiser. Collaboration among Ginew + The Skatepark Project + Tactics + Steve Paul Judd.
Creative Corner with Susie Shaugnessy
Ginew is grateful for our creative talent. We first met Susie in 2017 at a renegade Joshua Tree event Desert & Denim. Check out our chat with Susie, Ginew's Developer and Production Manager:  All photos by AMY LYNN @byamylynn Apparel Designer, Business Owner,...
Deer Leather | Traditional Textile
Ginew uses deer leather that we hunt to make our collection. No, seriously. Each Fall we head into the woods as our families have done since time immemorial - as we've SHARED PREVIOUSLY. It's an extra step we take, and...