The University of Arizona
Arizona State Museum
ShareShare this page

Southwest Indian Art Fair
2003 Juried Competition

"Avatusi-hoya" (Corn Dancer)
by Ambrose Sinquah, Hopi-Tewa

<< Previous Award      Next Award >>

Youth Award of Excellence
~ $ 50 ~

Courtesy of Arizona Archaeological & Historical Society

Zoom In
Scroll to see more info below the photo
Avatusi-hoya

Photos by Jannelle Weakly

Description: Semi-flat katsina doll of hand carved cottonwood root with cotton, grouse feathers and bluebird feathers. A combination of natural pigments and commercial paints was used.

Juror's Comments: Carrie: It stood out because of its miniature size, and the design was really nice.

<< Previous Award      Next Award >>
All Adult Winners
All Youth Winners

Ambrose Sinquah

SWIAF Main Page
For 2003: Juror Comments for All Awards | Awards List | About the 2003 Jurors

Zoom Out
Avatusi-hoya