Master Jeweler: Philander Begay
Philander Begay celebrates 20 years as a silversmith. Photograph by Stefan Wachs. TUCKED TOWARD THE rear of the R.C. Gorman Navajo Gallery, in Gallup, Philander Begay’s workspace—adorned with…
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Master Potter: Susan Folwell
Above: Master potter Susan Folwell uses Pop Art imagery, humor, and the reimagining fine art masterpieces in her work. Photograph by Stefan Wachs. SUSAN FOLWELL IS A POET of contemporary Pueblo…
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The Color Wonder: Rachel Donner
Above: Rachel Donner crafts colorful ceramics in Santa Fe. Photograph courtesy of Rachel Donner. RACHEL DONNER'S EARTHY BEGINNINGS instilled a work ethic she now carries into her career as a…
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Items We Love: Desert Mug
Above: Elevate your morning coffee with this handmade ceramic mug from Whiskey & Clay. Photograph by Inga Hendrickson. WHEN FILLED, THIS MUG'S raw clay and black glazed handle recall the colors and…
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The Sharp Study: Ryan Duran-Geiger
Above: Ryan Duran-Geiger uses high-carbon steel for the labor-intensive process. Photograph courtesy of Ryan Duran-Geiger. AS AN EIGHTH-GENERATION NEW MEXICAN, Ryan Duran-Geiger grew up in Santa Fe…
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Master Blacksmith: Jim Keith
Above: Blacksmith Jim Keith crafts traditional horseshoes in his Tucumcari studio. Photograph by Stefan Wachs. UNDER THE SHARP POINT of a single light hanging from the wall of a Quonset hut filled…
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Shop Blacksmithed Masks
Above: Artist Dave Sabo emulates gourd masks out of metal and glass. Photograph by Inga Hendrickson. DAVE SABO'S ORNATE MASKS appear seamless—glass and metal flow together in a way that feels…
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Master Weavers: Irvin, Lisa, and Emily Trujillo
ROCK MUSIC FILLS CENTINELA TRADITIONAL ARTS, the Chimayó weaving studio and gallery that showcases some of the most acclaimed weavers in the country. Legendary seventh-generation weaver Irvin Trujillo…
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The Home Maker: Joan McDonald
Above: Joan McDonald crafts colorful screen-printed design from her Dixon studio. Photograph by Haley Lynn. AS THE OWNER of Embudo Fabric Design, in Dixon, Joan McDonald creates vibrant…
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Find Felt Bosch Creatures
Above: Artist Lise Poulsen's felt creatures are inspired by characters from medieval painter Hieronymus Bosch. Photograph by Inga Hendrickson. LISE POULSEN'S FELT CREATURES ($135–$185) are equal parts…
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