Native

Maria Martinez: Indian Pottery of San Ildefonso (Documentary, 1972, VHS)

Maria Montoya Martinez and her son, Popovi Da demonstrate how Pueblo Indian Pottery is made using traditional methods. Filmed in San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico.

"Maria Martinez, noted indian pottery maker demonstrates the traditional indian ways, beginning with the spreading of sacred corn before clay is gathered. Also shown are the mixing of clay, construction of pottery, hand decorating, and building of the firing mound."

*I do not claim ownership of this material. Intended for educational purposes.*

Native American Pottery Making

Native American pottery. Sometimes thought of as artifacts from the past or trendy decor, authentic Native American art is still very much alive in the form of pottery. In this segment, I visit Reyes Madalena in Moab, Utah to learn a bit more about this delicate process.

For more information about our program, visit:

Music by: