JUNEAU, Alaska — Crystal Kaakeeyáa Rose Demientieff Worl’s art is now officially on the move — literally. The newest specialty license plate from the Alaska DMV features her original design, created in collaboration with the University of Alaska Southeast (UAS), and is now available for Alaskans who want to show their pride in Indigenous culture and higher education.

The plate showcases a formline-style whale fluke dipping into Southeast Alaska’s ocean waters, surrounded by the mountains and sky that define the region. The image reflects the deep connections between land, sea, and people — a relationship at the heart of Trickster Company’s mission and everything Crystal creates.

Crystal, who is Tlingit, Athabascan, and Filipino, worked closely with UAS Creative Director Alison Krein to translate the artwork into a DMV-ready format that still felt bold, rooted, and respectful. Trickster celebrates this milestone with our partners and supporters who have helped lift Indigenous design into spaces of everyday visibility — like the roads we travel on.

"This plate is about honoring Indigenous artistry, uplifting culture, and showing pride in place," said UAS Chancellor Aparna Palmer, who was first in line to register her plate. We couldn’t agree more.

In Alaska, personalized plates are a thing — nearly 1 in 9 drivers opt for a custom tag. Now, you can roll with one that tells a bigger story. The new UAS plate costs $50, can be customized with up to six characters, and is available under “Show Support for Alaska’s Universities” on the Alaska DMV website.  

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Order your plate and carry culture wherever you go: 👉 here for more info