Learning About American Indians Through Their Art

Learning about American Indians through Their Art” was designed as a contemporary teaching tool to provide information about various Southwestern and Woodland American Indian peoples by studying their art. Each art item, selected for this digital book, revealed a story about the culture and traditions of the artist and about a specific group of American Indian people.

Learning about American Indians through Their Art” was designed as a contemporary teaching tool to provide information about various Southwestern and Woodland American Indian peoples by studying their art. Each art item, selected for this digital book, revealed a story about the culture and traditions of the artist and about a specific group of American Indian people. The 6 vignettes include information about American Indian nations and their unique art forms. Learn about the Pueblos, the Navajo & Hopi people. Topics for further internet research topics are provided for each vignette.

Leona M. Zastrow, PhD, is an appraiser of American Indian Art. Her qualifications include the following: Qualified member of the Appraisers Association of America (AAA). Passed the USPAP (Uniformed Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). Appraised American Indian art for more than 12 years with a client list of over 200 people. Taught art (basketry, weaving, jewelry, painting, etc.) to both high school and college American Indian students. Published several books and articles concerning American Indian art, artists and education. Educational background: BA in math and science, MA in art education, PhD in Fine Arts administration.