An Indo-European base root for culture is to revolve and to dwell. Images represented showcase persons, places, events, and visual symbols. It’s the doing, repeating, preserving, and infusing beliefs. A significance is assigned and embodied. Traditions assign meaning and create touchstones. Participation creates culture. Culture invokes remembrance
Exploring indigenous, southwestern, and differing heritages drive me. I wander ancient lands, habitats, and communal ceremonies. Remembrance is culture.
2,000 years of cultural traditions and Christian customs allow small workshops to thrive in Braga.
Historically the Iberian culture coexisted among Islamism, Judaism, and Christianity.
The Great Mosque, the exquisite space" dates back to Al-Andalus.
Pre-Romanesque Iglesia in Cillorigo de Liebana Spain; Moorish arches adorn the structure.
National Heritage Fellowship recipient, Nathan Jackson demonstrates Tlingit Totem techniques.
Master santero Felix Lopez working to preserve altar screens in San Antonio de Padua.
Cordova Santeros Jerry Sandoval
Shakespeare NM docent
Borderline Memorial