Patricia Michaels
Patricia Michaels | |
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| Born | 1966 (age 58–59) New Mexico, U.S. |
| Nationality | Pueblo of Taos, American |
| Education | Institute of American Indian Arts Chicago Art Institute |
| Known for | Native American fashion, textile arts |
| Notable work | Tantoo in Flight (2023) |
| Partner | James Duran |
| Awards | New Mexico's Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts (2023) Museum of Indian Arts and Culture Living Treasure (2024) |
| Website | www |
Patricia Michaels (born 1966, New Mexico) is a Native American fashion designer who works under the fashion label PM Waterlily. She is a citizen of the Pueblo of Taos.
Michaels was the first Native American to appear on the popular fashion design-focused television series, Project Runway. A finalist on season 11, she returned to compete in Project Runway All Stars. She has exhibited across the United States and internationally, including in South Africa and New Zealand.