ASA BENALLY

Asa Benally was raised on the Navajo Reservation in northern Arizona. He is a Drama Desk nominated Costume Designer. He was raised on the unceded lands of Big Mountain, AZ, within the borders of the Navajo Reservation. His grandmother, a traditional Navajo weaver and his father, a silversmith, fostered his love and appreciation for art and design. His mother, of the Cherokee Nation,a professor and writer, expanded his love of academia and the arts. 

He went on to study at Parsons School of Design in New York City. He completed his M.F.A. in Theater  design at Yale University. His design aesthetic is derived from an interest in history and strong individuals. He is based in New York City and works all over the country.