The Native American people of this region have lived in harmony and respect with their natural environment.
Stories of their emergence and of their living history are handed down from one generation to the next through prayer and song. The traditional knowledge of their ancestors is the basis for how they live today and is reflected in architecture, traditions, arts and ceremony.
We are most grateful for the blessings of our Earth Mother as she provides us with all that we need to sustain our livelihood now, and into the future. As native people living in modern times, we have a responsibility to maintain balance with our natural environment and world trends. As you explore this collection of traditional and contemporary artwork, you will see memories of the past as well as the voice and creativity of modern native people.
We invite you to enjoy this celebration of cultural art.
Lena Munoz
In 1973, my Pueblo of Ysleta del Sur began a renovation of the arts program. I immediately became involved in the pottery classes. I eventually became an instructor. I was told about the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico and applied. I became...
Joshua Madalena
Joshua Madalena, an enrolled Jemez Tribal member, a former two time governor and a county commissioner, a former NM State Monument manager and a historian on Jemez Culture & History is an internationally renowned artist. He has turned his talents to successfully...
Gerti Sanchez
My name is Gerti Mapoo Sanchez. I am a full-blooded Native American from the Pueblo of Isleta. I am a self taught artist who has been creating art since an early age. I initially did drawings and paintings which have earned several ribbons and awards. Then my interest...
Frank Mirabal
Frank, a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, has been making drums for over 40 years. He remembers listening to his dad Ralph C. Mirabal and his grandpas beat the drum. They were his inspiration for continuing the tradition of drum making. Frank makes all his...
Monique E Chino
“My Indian Name is “Clouds of the Heavens,” I am currently attending UNM. My pieces have been shown in the UNM Art Showcase on the University campus. I love being creative and artistic. I have been taking art classes and have always had a passion in art. I love...
James M Ebelacker
James M. Ebelacker (High Hawk/Chun-ga-tuu-weh) is of the Winter Clan from Santa Clara Pueblo (Kha Po/Valley of the Wild Roses), New Mexico. He was born in 1959 to parents Robert and Virginia Ebelacker and is the grandson of Margaret Tafoya and Alcario Tafoya and the...
Robin Teller
Robin, proud mother of two and grandmother of five, was the last of the daughters to begin working in clay. Grounded by her culture, she finds inspiration from her children and grandchildren, her spiritual journey with life’s experiences, as well as her reverence for...
Juanita Martinez
“I have been working with clay for over 40 years. My pieces have sold worldwide to the likes of Princess Ann, Robert Redford and many other celebrities.I currently sell my pieces in my gift shop at Taos Pueblo. I am a self taught artist and love working with clay. I...
Jonathan Warm Day
Eah-Ha-Wa's fine art tradition is being carried on by her son Jonathan Warm Day Coming, a self-taught Taos Pueblo artist, storyteller and writer . Jonathan Warm Day Coming is considered a deeply influential voice for his family’s homeland, the Taos Pueblo. He is...
Otto Lucio
Zuni Pueblo is a village of many artists who have perfected their skills from years of intricate labor, and help from multigenerational talent. In 1987, I began my quest to learn to make Zuni jewelry. Self-taught in the art and fabrication of soldering sterling...