Originally from Breckenridge, Minnesota, Fritz Scholder became a seminal figure in 20th century American art, and is considered the leading artist of the New American Indian Art Movement. He worked as an art teacher before launching his career as a full-time artist, using his eye for color to paint the American Indian in a way they had never been depicted before. Scholder's unique expressionist style quickly gained both attention and controversy. Scholder was never fond of the Romantic and realist way Native American's had long been depicted by older artists. His post-modern twist blended humor, cliché, and an undeniable talent that sent his work worldwide. Scholder was an influence on countless artists, and his style can be seen in many other successful artists in galleries around the world. His list of accolades, major exhibitions, and collected works is immense. Fritz Scholder is recognized as one of America's great artists. In the early 70's Fritz Scholder began creating lithographs at the Tamarind Institute of the University of New Mexico. The Capital Gallery owns a small collection of these lithographs.