Indian Market was a great place to see all kinds of art from Native artists from across the southwestern USA. I really enjoyed seeing the raised beadwork of Susan Peebles (Chippewa).
Her works were like beaded landscapes done in a floral style. It is interesting to note how so many native artists were drawing inspiration from historical sources such as the military bandolier bags and epaulet jackets of the 19th century. These contemporary artists are continuing styles that reference the designs of previous centuries, but give them new life today. On the back of Peebles' bags, she had beautiful quiltwork designs as well.
I also enjoyed seeing beaded cuffs of famous Indian Chiefs.
While we were there we tried fried bread and Indian Tacos - essentially fried bread with ground beef, cheese and lettuce. The bread reminded me alot of Beaver Tails, which are more dougnuty and have a delicious cinnamon sugar coating.
Apparently Indian Market was the biggest its ever been this year and its has grown leaps and bounds - since is small beginnings in the early 20th century.
