Tony Abeyta: Navajo Painter - Epi. 44, Host Dr. Mark Sublette

Tony Abeyta acclaimed Native American artist who grew up in Gallup New Mexico, his father a traditional Navajo, WWII code talker and artist Narcisco, Ha So Deh and his mother a Quaker ceramist were Tony's earliest influences.  Learn about Tony's earliest influences at Institute at the American Indian Arts in Santa Fe including his instructor Otellie Loloma, and artists T.C. Cannon, Fritz Sholder, Harry Fonseca and roommate Diego Romero.Tony Abeyta discusses his artwork and how he applied his creativity toward jewelry and the challenges he faced and the silversmiths that influenced.Website: https://www.medicinemangallery.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/medicinemangalleryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/medicinemangallery