Margaret Jacobs (artist)

Margaret E. Jacobs is a Native American artist and member of the Akwesasne Mohawk tribe, known for her sculptures, jewelry, and sketching. She draws inspiration from her culture and upbringing. She values natural and synthetic objects and is inspired by buildings in the United States; they are a reminder of Mohawk ironworkers who left their tribes and communities to help build structures. Most of Jacobs' work has been based on the history of the Mohawks, her cultural heritage, and stories.
Early life and education.
Margaret E. Jacobs was born into the Akwesasne Mohawk tribe on September 10, 1986 in Ogdensburg, New York. Her family was "hands on" and she began to make things at an early age. She attended the Ogdensburg Free Academy, from which she graduated in 2004. She then attended Dartmouth College, where she received her Bachelors in Visual Arts and received the school's Perspectives design award. Jacobs is inspired by the artist Sandy Skoglund.
Artworks.
"Steel Medicine".
"Steel Medicine" was an exhibition of steel sculptures on display from June 8, 2019 to April 26, 2020 in the Boise Art Museum, in Boise Idaho. Jacobs mentions it speaks on adaptation and cultural identity.
"Old Growth Series 2019".
In 2019 Jacobs had designed the "Old Growth series." It references medicinal plants and Mohawk tools. These sculptures contain elements from traditional Mohawk stories.
"Shedding Armor".
A steel sculpture resembling a turtle shell. Jacobs' use of base metals to prevent chips and scratches and the use of powder coating to provide raw natural colors to the shell.
Publications.
Jacobs' artwork is included in multiple outlets including Society of North American Goldsmiths's Jewelry and Metals Survey and "Rare Luxury Living".