Paula Estevan is a third generation
pottery artist from the Pueblo of Acoma. She specializs in contemporary
handmade Acoma pottery using contemporary paints and brushes.
I do work with traditional paints & brushes but only for
ceremonial purposes.
She was inspired by her great
grandmother, aunts, mother, Patricia Estevan and a wonderful
& amazing family friend.
Each year her work seems to
become more intricate and delicate in design and form. Paula
is masterful at using simple designs to emphasize the shape of
her pottery. It's hard to imagine where one could begin and how
everything ends up so balanced and uniform. This is a hallmark
of a truly talented potter.
One of her specialties is
a distinctive lightning pattern design of white, zig-zagged stripes
against a black background. Just take a look at the dizzying
detail in this gorgeous pot.