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Tending the Fire
A biography of the Tewa Indian woman who revived the dying art of her people, ceramic pottery, and shared her knowledge of pottery making with others.
The Legacy of Maria Poveka Martinez
A survey of photographers and photography of the American Southwest from 1870-1970. Includes Ansel Adams, Eliot Porter, Paul Strand, Edward Weston, and Laura Gilpin.
The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez
This work chronicles the life and pottery of Maria Martinez in a tribute ofoth the artist and one America's greatest natural resources.
The Living Tradition of Mária Martínez
Given in memory of Ethel A. Tsutsui, Ph. D. and Minoru Tsutsui, Ph. D.
Shaped By Her Hands
Chicago Public Library Best Informational Books for Younger Readers 2021 Kirkus Best Picture-Book Biographies of 2021 STARRED REVIEW! "Through masterful storytelling and graceful illustrations, this impactful title embodies Maria Povika Martinez's famous words: 'The Great Spirit gave me [hands] that work...but not for myself, for all Tewa people.'"—School Library Journal starred review STARRED REVIEW! "This story of a young girl from San Ildefonso Pueblo...celebrates the strong sense of culture and identity the Tewa people have maintained through the centuries. A deserved celebration."—Kirkus Reviews starred review The untold story of a Native American Indian potter who changed her field. The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Povika Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her ko-ōo, her aunt. She grew up to discover a new firing technique that turned her pots black and shiny, and made them—and Maria—famous. This inspiring story of family and creativity illuminates how Maria's belief in sharing her love of clay brought success and joy from her New Mexico Pueblo to people all across the country.
Maria Martinez
Biographical preface, catalogue of many pots by Maria and her descendants, accompanied by information on the potters and styles involved. An interesting book on a revived ancient pottery method of the Americas. Published on the occasion of an exhibition at the Renwick Gallery ... March 31-August 13, 1978.
The Girl Who Ran
A genius mathematician with the ability to remember every detail she sees, Dr. Maria Martinez—Subject 375—has finally escaped the covert Project Callidus group that’s been controlling her since birth. But her escape only intensifies the Project’s need to retrieve their subject. The powers at the very top of the organization will stop at nothing to ensure that she fulfills the mission she was born to complete. Maria soon realizes, despite the distance she puts between herself and her pursuers, that she can trust no one and that there’s no way to hide and stay safe forever. Can she trust herself enough to stop running and right the path of her own destiny—even if that means returning to the very people she has fought so hard to escape?
Images of Commitment
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