Chad “Nish” Earles, from Oklahoma City, is a visual artist, designer, and singer of traditional Caddo songs. He is a member of the Caddo Nation and President of the Caddo Culture Club - the longest-standing organization dedicated to preserving the tribe's rich culture and traditions. Chad is skilled in various art mediums, including painting, drawing, printmaking, and digital art. His work has been exhibited at numerous art markets, galleries, museums, public murals, and cultural events across the United States. Chad is also committed to serving his community, for many years he has utilized his talents and skills to design projects and provide creative direction for non-profit organizations focused on educating and raising awareness for issues faced by Native communities in Oklahoma.

Instagram: @chadearles

Upcoming 2023 Events

• Mvskoke Art Market – Tulsa, OK
• FAMcamp (Large-scale Art Instructor)
• Chickasaw Summer Art Academy (Digital Arts Instructor)
• Kickapoo Annual Dance – McLoud, OK
• Caddo Culture Club Annual Dance
• Murrow’s Annual Dance – Gracemont, OK
• Clara Brown Dance – Binger, OK
• Caddo Festival at First Americans Museum – OKC

2023 Events

• Human Trafficking Awareness Candlelight Vigil at First Americans Museum (Dance Exhibition) – OKC
• Bi-weekly Caddo Culture Club Song/Dance Practices – Binger, OK

2022 Events

• Mvskoke Art Market – Tulsa, OK
• May the 4th Star Wars Day Art Exhibition at First Americans Museum (FAM) – OKC
• FAM Winter Holiday Art Market – OKC
• FAMstore Artist – OKC
• Southeastern Art Show & Market (SEASAM) – Tishomingo, OK
• Tulane University NOCGS Indigenous Symposium Speaker – New Orleans, LA
• Caddo Festival at FAM (Head Singer) – OKC
• Caddo Culture Club Dance – Binger, OK
• Caddo Graduation Dance – Binger, OK
• Clara Brown Dance – Binger, OK
• Murrow's Annual Dance – Gracemont, OK
• Kickapoo Annual Dance – McLoud, OK
• Dallas Museum of Art, Late Nights Event – Dallas, TX
• NSU Folk Festival – Natchitoches, LA
• Caddo Conference – Natchitoches, OK
• International Festival – Lawton, OK

• 2015 Louisiana State Museum art acquisition for permanent collection
• 2016 Caddo grass house build & sole apprentice to Caddo elder Phil Cross
• 2016 OKC Downtown/Bricktown underpass mural titled Earth & Sky
• 2021 The Momentary, Crystal Bridges Museum permanent glass art installation titled Above & Below
• 2022 Dallas Museum of Art, art exhibition