Maria Martinez: Indian Pottery of San Ildefonso ( Documentary, 1972, VHS)

Maria Montoya Martinez and her son, Popovi Da demonstrate how Pueblo Indian Pottery is made using traditional methods. Filmed in San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico. Maria Martinez, noted indian pottery maker demonstrates the traditional indian ways, beginning with the spreading of sacred corn before clay is gathered. Also shown are the mixing of clay, construction of pottery, hand decorating, and building of the firing I do not claim ownership of this material. Intended for educational purposes