About The Artwork
NDN Power is a bold and thought-provoking original painting by acclaimed Apsáalooke (Crow Nation) artist Del Curfman, reclaiming and reframing Native identity in the landscape of American pop culture and consumer branding.
Inspired by the vintage “Indian Gasoline” logo, this artwork confronts the long history of cultural appropriation by transforming a colonial-era image into a declaration of Indigenous autonomy and visual sovereignty. The central figure, which was historically a metaphor, becomes a symbol of strength, pride, and living Native identity. The use of “NDN,” a shorthand for “Indian” commonly used within Native communities, further emphasizes self-determination and reclamation.
With vibrant, high-contrast colors and graphic precision, Curfman merges contemporary Native American art with political pop art, offering both cultural critique and empowerment. This piece is perfect for collectors of modern Indigenous art, activist artwork, and those passionate about representation, identity, and sovereignty.
