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This work chronicles the life and pottery of Maria Martinez in a tribute ofoth the artist and one America's greatest natural resources.
Major events in the life of Maria Martinez and her husband Julian who revived the ancient Pueblo Indian craft of pottery-making.
Chicago Public Library Best Informational Books for Younger Readers 2021 Kirkus Best Picture-Book Biographies of 2021 STARRED REVIEW! "Through masterful storytelling and graceful illustrations, this impactful title embodies Maria Povika Martinez's famous words: 'The Great Spirit gave me [hands] that work...but not for myself, for all Tewa people.'"—School Library Journal starred review STARRED REVIEW! "This story of a young girl from San Ildefonso Pueblo...celebrates the strong sense of culture and identity the Tewa people have maintained through the centuries. A deserved celebration."—Kirkus Reviews starred review The untold story of a Native American Indian potter who changed her field. The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Povika Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her ko-ōo, her aunt. She grew up to discover a new firing technique that turned her pots black and shiny, and made them—and Maria—famous. This inspiring story of family and creativity illuminates how Maria's belief in sharing her love of clay brought success and joy from her New Mexico Pueblo to people all across the country.
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Second edition of a fine celebration in text and photos of the greatest of American Indian potters. (Library of Congress--rigidly--classifies this as NK3700, "ceramics".) Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Primarily a women's art, American Indian pottery reflects a heritage of powerful social, religious, and aesthetic values. Even now, modern American Indian women use the clay, paint, and fire of pottery making to express themselves, creating designs that range from dutifully traditional to strikingly original. This book - written in conjunction with one of the most important exhibitions of American Indian pottery ever mounted - provides an in-depth look at a unique North American art form.