¡Colores!; A:shiwi A:wan - Belonging to the Zuni

University of New Mexico Art Museum · 1996

Traditionally Zuni Pueblo has been known for its fine pottery and silver work. This ¡Colores! documents the landmark A:shiwi A:wan - Belonging to the Zuni: Eight Contemporary Zuni Painters exhibition that was shown at the University of New Mexico Art Museum, Albuquerque, New Mexico (January 18-March 13, 1994) and at the A:shiwi A:wan Museum and Heritage Center, Zuni, New Mexico (April 23-July 13, 1994). This exhibition 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. Featured artists include: Duane Dishta, Phil Hughte, Edward Sanchez, Chris Natachu, Alex Seowtewa, Eldred Sanchez, Patrick Sanchez, Filbert Bowannie, and Ronnie Cachini.