Katrina and Star Her Many Horses, Co-Founders of OYATE, are proud Oglala Lakota, Cheyenne, Taos Pueblo, Meskwaki, and Leech Lake Ojibwe women. Raised in Denver, Colorado, they grew up in a family of creatives who nurtured their passion for art and inspired them to explore various artistic expressions.

Katrina earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Haskell Indian Nations University in 2024, while Star is set to graduate in the spring of 2025 with a Bachelor’s degree in American Indian Studies.

Founded as a family-owned business, OYATE is dedicated to producing authentic Indigenous creations and original artwork. In the Lakota language, Oyate means “The People” or “Nation,” reflecting the company’s mission to serve as a platform for Indigenous artists to showcase and sell their work while honoring their cultural heritage.