mart?nez, mar?a montoya

"The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Poveka Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her Ko-oo, 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"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the Pueblo Indian woman who made pottery in the traditional way of her people and achieved renown as an artist.

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.