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“Mother's Enduring Reflections”
by Priscilla Tacheney, Navajo
Description: Archival print.
About this Award: Art works winning acquisition awards become part of the museum's permanent collections. They are chosen for their technique and artistry as well as for the way in which they compare and contrast with other items in our collections. Any medium is eligible.
Jurors’ Comments:
Diane Dittemore & Patrick Lyons: Both of us were struck by the painterly quality of the photo and its compelling cultural content. This is the first time we have purchased a photograph by a contemporary Native photographer for our permanent collections.
Photo by Marnie Sharp