A:shiwi A:wan / Belonging to the Zuni (1of3)


Title:
A:shiwi A:wan / Belonging to the Zuni (1of3)

Description:
Traditionally Zuni Pueblo has been known for its fine pottery and silver work. This film documents the landmark A:shiwi A:wan/Belonging to the Zuni painting exhibition that showed for the first time the excellence and beauty of Zuni Painting. Featured are the Zuni painters exhibited in this exhibition, discussing their inspirations and their devotion to their culture. Originally broadcast on New Mexico PBS station KNME.

Author:
NewMexicoPBS

Tags:
documentary, life, people,

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