Artist Hopid Exhibit Aug 13-18 La Fonda Hotel Santa Fe, NM by Trotto-Bono Contemporary

Artist Hopid was formed in 1973 by a group of Hopi artists: Michael Kabotie, Milland Lomakema, Neil Randall David Sr., Delbridge Honanie and Terrance Talaswaima.

Below is a painting by Neil David Sr. in a style pre-dating the formation of Artist Hopid, created in 1969.

Awatovi Warrior by **Delbridge Honanie** created in 1984. The warrior’s enemy is depicted on either side of the warrior. Below his feet are two water jugs. Six ears of corn and a turtle populate the lower register. Water jugs symbolize moisure for the crops. The turtle represents the water clan as well as fertility and germination. Ears of corn are the sacred Mother Corn, giver of life.

Artist Hopid artists intended to inform “outsiders” about their culture through their art. In some ways the stylization benefits from their explanations. Delbridge was kind enough to specify his intent once queried on behalf of the Albion Fenderson collection.

“Naluh-Nang-Evak (The Hopi Four Directions)”

is a major 22 foot long mural produced by members of Artist Hopid

Corinne Cain of SavvyCollector.com

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