Mooshka Kevin Cata, Mooshka to his loved ones, was born in Los Angles. Mooshka was blessed with a Native American father who was raised in San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico. Mooshka grew up in Los Angeles and spent the summers in the Pueblo. He attended the Native American Center in Los Angeles in 1984, when he worked with two other artists to create three murals for the Summer Olympic Games. Mooshka moved to San Francisco in the 80's and in 1988 presented his metal sculptures at the Butkus Gallery/San Francisco Emerging Artist Series. In November, 1989 his Recycled Computer Sculpture displayed his love for using discarded objects and was presented at the Installation at Info-World headquarters in Menlo Park, California. In 1990 he presented 50 dolls at Club Chaos, San Francisco. His current work, including kachinas, pastels, and paintings, can be seen in many San Francisco coffee shops and restaurants. Artist Statement Art has always been a part of my life. My primary focus has always been the creation of beauty from objects and discarded items. I am a product of two distinct cultures and draw upon my Native American Heritage and my urban lifestyle in everything I do. My art is a testament to that. My most recent project is a series of fetish kachinas based in traditional iconography brought into the 21st century with a theme of modern sexual fetish. The combination of man made objects, fabrics, and treasures from nature represent spiritual sexuality and the rich tradition of my Native American roots. I hope to inspire an awareness of the various cultures that make up our community and pride in one's own heritage.