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.
Ron Martinez
Ron Martinez Looking Elk (Isleta/Taos Pueblo) studied at the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Ron credits his artistic development to three mentors, Preston Duwyenie (Hopi), Estella Loretto (Jemez Pueblo) and Dora Tse-Pe (San...
LuAnne Aragon
LuAnne began making pottery while a student at the Poeh Center in Pojoaque, New Mexico, under the tutelage of Clarence Cruz, Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo and the support of fellow student Ray D. Garcia. She continues to learn new techniques using micaceous clay; and clay from...
Lynette Teller
Youngest daughter of Stella, Lynette was exposed to the art world as a small child while attending art shows with her mother. She took an interest in working with clay at the age of 19.At first only making storytellers, she soon began to experiment with different...
Mona Teller
Mona Teller is third daughter of Stella and represents the fourth generation. She was inspired as a child by watching her grandmother Felicita Jojola and mother as they formed and shaped the clay to make their figurines and pottery. In later years, Mona was encouraged...