Originally posted to the web in News, on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 2:53 PM CDT.
Prescott presents Indian art market
The 11th Annual Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM) will be held on the tree-shaded grounds of the Sharlot Hall Museum on Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13.
The market features both traditional and contemporary works of art, including distinctive jewelry, exquisite ceramics, hand-woven baskets and blankets. PIAM has grown in reputation and quality into one of the premier Indian art markets offered in the Southwest. An all-Indian artist jury chooses participants based on the quality in both traditional and contemporary styles. The 2008 PIAM featured artist is Keith W. Smith, a Navajo from Tuba City, Ariz. Smith holds a fine arts degree in painting from Northern Arizona University. He works in watercolors, acrylics and oils. His various artistic initiatives include painter, publication illustrator, and poster artist. Smith’s painting of a Yei-bi-chai singer was created especially for this years 11th Annual Prescott Indian Art Market.
Visit with the artists in their booths and learn of the techniques and processes involved in creating their work. Stroll among demonstrators of American Indian weaving, Katsina carving and silversmithing. Observe the making of pottery, stone fetishes, baskets, and moccasins. New this year is the Children’s Art Experience, which offers participants a workshop with leading American Indian artists (space is limited; sign-up required).
Entertainment is provided throughout the weekend in the outdoor amphitheater by Native American dancers, singers, and musicians. A popular highlight is the mouthwatering Navajo Fry Bread.
The Prescott Indian Art Market is scheduled for July 12 and 13. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission to the market is $5 per person; children are admitted free, and there is free admission with new museum memberships.
The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in the heart of downtown Prescott, two blocks west of the Courthouse Plaza at 415 W. Gurley Street. For information call 928-445-3122 or visit the museum’s Web site at www.sharlot.org.
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