Mikaela Shafer is an artist, writer, and mother from Olympia, Washington. She is involved in the community as the co-chair of the Olympia Cultural Access Advisory Board. Mikaela is also the founder of Maqa Collective, which supports businesses and artists' marketing efforts through storytelling and community building. Mikaela's community-building efforts in Ogden, Utah, were recognized by Weber State University, naming her as one of 100 influential women in the region's history. Her artwork has found recognition worldwide, with exhibitions in galleries across London, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington, as well as being featured in numerous online galleries and print publications. She was also honored with the Native Arts and Culture Foundation LIFT award.
