Virgil and Shirley Benn
INTRODUCTION
Tewa artist Shirley Benn has been influenced by both the Zuni & Hopi cultures. Her family is full of famous potters, yet she creates amazing pieces of channel inlay art. A book is being written about her family, one that has had a very important influence on the art of the Hopi. It is always fascinating to listen to Shirley Benn.
HALLMARK
Virgil and Shirley Benn
1953 to Present
Shirley Benn - Pottery
1953 to Present
TRIBE:
Tewa
STYLE:
Zuni inlay style jewelry, Hopi style pottery
FIRST YEAR MAKING ART:
1953
