NMHM | AUGUST 2023

Multimedia artist Virgil Ortiz, is featured in the exhibition “Honoring Tradition and Innovation: 100-Years of Santa Fe's Indian Market 1922-2022."  In a recent lecture, Ortiz mentioned remembering his parents and grandparents showing at Indian Market, a prestigious and curated show bringing together celebrated artists — steeped in rich tradition and exceptional traditional art. Ortiz was 6 years old and sold his first piece of pottery. Fast forward to the present day — the future brings innovation: utilizing age-old methods and materials connects him to our ancestors and brings prayer and critical teachings. Tying together the past, present, and future has been instilled in him for as long as he can remember. Converging many mediums has taken flight, inviting the audience on a journey into the future and new heights. Ortiz explains, "None of it is my talent; it’s way bigger than me, and I am just a bead in a necklace."

Ortiz’s work is featured in the museum’s exhibition, “Honoring Tradition and Innovation: 100-Years of Santa Fe's Indian Market 1922-2022” which commemorates 100 years of Indian Market. The exhibition runs through August 31, 2023 so be sure to visit the museum before it ends.