Jean LaMarr

She created her first mural when she was in fourth grade called "Sir Frances Drake Christianizing the Indians" and the experience was meaningful to her.

[3] She experienced racism from her teachers at school and had to hide her art making when at home from her father, who wanted her to pursue a more practical occupation.

[3] LaMarr studied at San Jose City College from 1970 to 1973; at the University of California, Berkeley, from 1973 to 1976; and at the Kala Art Institute from 1976 to 1986.

The exhibition included prints, mixed-media works, paintings and sculptures, many dealing with the Native American women and cultural stereotypes.

Her work critiques racist representations of Native peoples, especially women, as well as addresses the legacy of colonialism as well as environmental justice issues.

Her work has that razor-sharp political commentary, yet can transmit the softness and beauty of our cultures, particularly of Indigenous women.” [11] LaMarr married DeeRoy "Spence" Spencer (Navajo 1945–2015), a Vietnam War veteran and designer.