Tafv Sampson

Today is your birthday Teej. The first birthday I am learning our new way of speaking. These days everyday is ‘TJ Day’ though because I see you and feel you everywhere. You are still so perfectly you. Mvto for the songs, for the signs, for the family I have in the people who love you most. I’m always listening for you, big brother. Cehecvres 🌻

Mvto @indigenash for having us for the ‘Native Women in Film Panel’ Traveling with my sisters and getting to brag on each other is my greatest joy! 🤎 @ericajtremblay @lorenkwaters @jessicamcnever @k.a.nelson

This week I Speak with @lorenkwaters and @tafvsampson the ladies sit down to talk about friendship, the joy of working with Native creatives both in front of and behind the camera and their passion to tell stories rooted in Community. Loren’s short Doc @tigerteefilm is Oscar-qualified and I was lucky to catch up with her before her screening @metrographnyc 🪶 The Ladies also shared details about their new short film, and now I’m counting down the days til I get to see it! Listen and Watch now 🔗in bio

We are thrilled to feature Tafv Sampson @tafvsampson as part of our Native Women in Film Panel on Sunday, November 23rd at Arc Studios. Tafv is a pioneering Indigenous filmmaker and storyteller, best known for her work on Reservation Dogs @rezdogsfx , the groundbreaking series that has created a cultural seismic shift by centering Native voices with humor, heart, and authenticity. Reflecting on the first day of filming, Tafv recalls the profound weight and excitement of the moment: the crew gathered outside to honor what they were about to embark on, feeling a spark that “this will change everything.” Surrounded by Elders, guided by Sterlin Harjo (@sterlinharjo ) and moved by the legacy of her ancestors, she shared a moment of pride and emotion with her late father; a testament to how this work carries the dreams and resilience of generations past into the present. The success of Reservation Dogs has done more than entertain, it has invited audiences into the homes, humor, and heart of Indigenous communities. Tafv’s storytelling captures intergenerational love, the joys and challenges of adolescence, and the power of community, showing the world that Indigenous narratives are vibrant, complex, and universal in their humanity. We are honored to have Tafv Sampson join our panel, bringing her vision, experience, and trailblazing perspective to celebrate the power and influence of Native women in film alongside @ericajtremblay & @lorenkwaters at our Sunday film panel. Our film panel is included in our IndigeNash festival pass. To purchase please visit this link: /indigenash For more information about the festival including scheduling visit our main website: #IndigenousFilm #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #nativewomen #indigenouswomen #womeninfilm #nashville #nashvilletn

For @huffpost , I profiled the beautiful soul that is @tafvsampson , who is building wondrous worlds that we are lucky enough to experience through her set design and decoration in TV and film like @sterlinharjo ’s @rezdogsfx and @ericajtremblay ’s Fancy Dance. Link in bio. 📸: Karen Garbo

FANCY DANCE! ✨ Made during a blazing hot Oklahoma summer with all the people I love the most- a lot of sweating and crying and laughing. @ericajtremblay @lilygladstone @isabelderoy , you gentle and fierce forces, you all carried this film so gracefully together. Auntie pogie, thank you for letting us ransack your house and turn it back into its 1980’s glory- not your first choice! I love this family and I’m so proud of this film. Eyes open for June 21st release. 🪶

…and then they said “Reservation Dogs!”🎇🎆 Getting an ADG nomination for this underdog of a show was already a win, but taking home the award was beyond our wildest dreams. Thank you everyone in the ADG who believed in us and recognized the work we put into this. To even have a seat at the table amongst the biggest films and shows in Hollywood was an honor. From Okmulgee to the stars! ✨ And thank you to our family of artists who took the time to make us such special pieces to bring with us to this momentous event. @mollymurphyadams custom beaded brooches (a MVTO just in case!) and @johnniediaconart miniatures of his iconic mural he painted for us season three. You all make this show what it is. Mvto family, Mvto friends, Mvto world! 🌚🌝💫 @adg800 @rezdogsfx @sterlinharjo

How much do I love making things with these people? Forever and ever. @ericajtremblay My MOST collaborated with director, Mvto for always bringing me along on these adventures. Beautiful @elvaquerra and @alyssablairrr the RD family sticking together. Thank you @selis @pattyyoyo @indigenousndn @bradtrost for trusting me with the vision for this most important cause @instacollegefund And @melisa_mj for making it come true✨And thank you @nicholasdesjardins for the whip 🖤 #MoveAside

How fitting that Grandpas birthday is the @rezdogsfx finale day! Mvto for paving this way for us 🪶🌚✨

One hell of a send off. Mvto Rez Dogs family for bringing me home.

Thank you @shopdoen for the sweet day of playing dress up and the encouragement to write something deep in my heart! Tumble into all the Journals, they are something special. ✨ Link in bio

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