Al Striplen

Al Striplen is a Native American writer, educator, and illustrator. He was born in Bakersfield, California, of Amah Mutsun Ohlone and Aztec heritage. As a university counselor & professor, Al dedicated his career to the advocacy of diverse communities, including ethnic students, women's groups, and Native American students and their families.

Al is a multi-dimensional artist whose works span a variety of mediums. He devotes much of his time today to teaching and playing Native American flute. The stories of Little Deer grew out of his love for this music and the power it possesses to soothe and heal.