Surviving the Santa Fe Indian Market
And why it’s the “Indian Artist Oscars.”
Categories: Featured Travel Stories
By: Johnny D. Boggs 05/01/2008
Which is why many artists today prefer the art-market scene. They get to meet the buyers. From L.A. to D.C., each market offers something special.
“Overall the Eiteljorg Indian Market is similar in format to most others, however its geography makes it unique,” says John Vanausdall, Eiteljorg president and CEO. “There’s really nothing in the Midwest that can compare with the size and quality of the Eiteljorg market.”
The Heard, America Meredith, a Cherokee painting/graphics artist, says, is “really conscious about promoting more experimental work.”
Adds Burgess: “The Heard, the Eiteljorg and others, they’re not as overwhelming both for the artist and the viewer. And because they’re smaller, they can do more for the artist. And you get to see everything.”
I sure didn’t see everything at Santa Fe. But I survived Indian Market. And there’s always next year.
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The Indian Market in Santa Fe is truly a unique experience in a unique place. But there is an equally good show just a few day before Indian Market in Santa Fe called the Antique Indian Art Show. Produced by Whitehawk, this show is in it's 31st year of bringing together the country's, actually the world's, top dealers of antique art from tribes across America. Over 125 booths of top quality baskets, pot, beaded items, jewelry, tools, weapons and so much much more, in a fun and lively setting. In 2009 the shows will be at the beautiful new Santa Fe Community Convention Center. For more information visit www.whitehawkshows.com