The University of Arizona
Southwest Indian Art Fair 2008

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Gordon Carle Award of Excellence in Tribal Arts
~ $250 ~ Jamie Gittings ~

"Male and Female Yei Bi Chai"
by Nelson Lewis Sr., Navajo

Description: Navajo sandpainting of ceremonial figures for healing. Made with board, natural color sand, glue and lacquer.

About this Award: Awarded to recognize high quality in diverse media that do not fit into conventional categories.

Jurors' Comments:
Ruby Panana: It's a nice overall piece and really well done.
Kent McManus: A very nicely done sandpainting: nice, even work. There's a nice border on the background as well with a little different approach.
Jake Livingston: Well done. The corn with the two yeis are well represented in the Navajo style.

Nelson Lewis Sr.

Nelson Lewis Sr.