1996 Summer
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By Site Editor
Published on 06/1/1996
ON THE COVER
“There I am!” Sophia Lovato proclaims proudly of her self-portrait, as one of a group of Tewa children learning to express themselves through their artwork.
Site Editor
ON THE COVER“There I am!” Sophia Lovato proclaims proudly of her self-portrait, as one of a group of Tewa children learning to express themselves through their artwork.
1996 Summer Table of Contents
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ON THE COVER
“There I am!” Sophia Lovato proclaims proudly of her self-portrait, as one of a group of Tewa children learning to express themselves through their artwork. Photo by Bruce Hucko.
FEATURES
Richard West, Sr., 1912–1996
The life of a leading Cheyenne artist, educator, education administrator and elder is fondly recalled. By Suzan Shown Harjo (Cheyenne & Hodulgee Muscogee).
Where There Is No Name for Art
Excerpt from a new book published by the School of American Research on Tewa children’s art of New Mexico pueblos. Story and photos by Bruce Hucko.
Woven by the Grandmothers
An exhibition of 19th-century Navajo textiles at the National Museum of the American Indian in New York City prompts essays from three authors. By Eulalie H. Bonar, D.Y. Begay (Navajo) and Kathleen Ash-Milby. Photos by Monty Roessel (Navajo), David Heald and other sources.
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw: In the Shadow of Nanih Waiya
An exploration of the amazing rise in affluence and influence of the Mississippi Choctaw under Chief Phillip Martin. Story and photos by Bert Gildart.
Surui
An illustrated portrait of the true story of the “discovery,” pacification and decimation of the Surui Indians of Brazil. By Sergio Macedo.
German Silver
A look at jewelry and other works created among Plains and Prairie artists from German “silver” first introduced in the region in the mid-19th century. By Charles Lohrmann and Jim Cooley. Photos by Charles Lohrmann.
Spirit Weavers
The Wounaan weavers of the Darien rainforest region of Panama create spectacular baskets and practice many other age-old arts and crafts. Story and photos by Stuart G.R. Warner.
“Doc” Tate Nevaquaya, 1932–1996
The life and work of the great Comanche painter and flautist is recalled. By Gary Huntington.
DEPARTMENTS
Guest Essay
The contentious issue of sports mascot names that demean Native Americans, and racist terms such as “redskin.” By Dr. Dolph Hatfield.
Spirit of the Harvest
Salsa, the pre-Columbian spicy condiment sweeping the nation in popularity, is explored in text and Maya and Inca recipes. By Beverly Cox and Martin Jacobs.
Collector’s Corner
A weaver explains the physical and mental processes that go into creating a beautiful rug. By D.Y. Begay (Navajo).
NMAI Report
News on the development of the National Museum of the American Indian—preview exhibition in Washington.
Book Reviews
One Nation Under God: The Triumphs of the Native American Church, edited by Huston Smith and Reuben Snake; Modern by Tradition: American Indian Painting in the Studio Style, by Bruce Bernstein and W. Jackson Rushing.
Video/Audio Reviews
Sun, Moon and Feather, video by Liz Dunn Production; Raven in the Snow, by Bill Miller. By David Claudio Iglesias (Kuna).
Artists in Profile
Kevin Pourier: A look at the work of this Oglala Sioux artist, who works in the unusual media of inlaid buffalo horn. By Wendy Weston-Ben (Navajo).
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ON THE COVER“There I am!” Sophia Lovato proclaims proudly of her self-portrait, as one of a group of Tewa children learning to express themselves through their artwork. Photo by Bruce Hucko.
FEATURES
Richard West, Sr., 1912–1996
The life of a leading Cheyenne artist, educator, education administrator and elder is fondly recalled. By Suzan Shown Harjo (Cheyenne & Hodulgee Muscogee).
Where There Is No Name for Art
Excerpt from a new book published by the School of American Research on Tewa children’s art of New Mexico pueblos. Story and photos by Bruce Hucko.
Woven by the Grandmothers
An exhibition of 19th-century Navajo textiles at the National Museum of the American Indian in New York City prompts essays from three authors. By Eulalie H. Bonar, D.Y. Begay (Navajo) and Kathleen Ash-Milby. Photos by Monty Roessel (Navajo), David Heald and other sources.
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw: In the Shadow of Nanih Waiya
An exploration of the amazing rise in affluence and influence of the Mississippi Choctaw under Chief Phillip Martin. Story and photos by Bert Gildart.
Surui
An illustrated portrait of the true story of the “discovery,” pacification and decimation of the Surui Indians of Brazil. By Sergio Macedo.
German Silver
A look at jewelry and other works created among Plains and Prairie artists from German “silver” first introduced in the region in the mid-19th century. By Charles Lohrmann and Jim Cooley. Photos by Charles Lohrmann.
Spirit Weavers
The Wounaan weavers of the Darien rainforest region of Panama create spectacular baskets and practice many other age-old arts and crafts. Story and photos by Stuart G.R. Warner.
“Doc” Tate Nevaquaya, 1932–1996
The life and work of the great Comanche painter and flautist is recalled. By Gary Huntington.
DEPARTMENTS
Guest Essay
The contentious issue of sports mascot names that demean Native Americans, and racist terms such as “redskin.” By Dr. Dolph Hatfield.
Spirit of the Harvest
Salsa, the pre-Columbian spicy condiment sweeping the nation in popularity, is explored in text and Maya and Inca recipes. By Beverly Cox and Martin Jacobs.
Collector’s Corner
A weaver explains the physical and mental processes that go into creating a beautiful rug. By D.Y. Begay (Navajo).
NMAI Report
News on the development of the National Museum of the American Indian—preview exhibition in Washington.
Book Reviews
One Nation Under God: The Triumphs of the Native American Church, edited by Huston Smith and Reuben Snake; Modern by Tradition: American Indian Painting in the Studio Style, by Bruce Bernstein and W. Jackson Rushing.
Video/Audio Reviews
Sun, Moon and Feather, video by Liz Dunn Production; Raven in the Snow, by Bill Miller. By David Claudio Iglesias (Kuna).
Artists in Profile
Kevin Pourier: A look at the work of this Oglala Sioux artist, who works in the unusual media of inlaid buffalo horn. By Wendy Weston-Ben (Navajo).
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