
Hopi have lived in the canyonlands and the southwestern United States for millennia. As such, their perspective is grounded in long-time and in a deep observation of humanity. This discussion, with Thomas Banyacya, Jr. and Leila Conners and Harun Mehmedinovic of Tree Media was conducted on the rim of Canyon de Chelly.
Thomas Banyacya Jr lives and works in Kykotsmovi Village, Third Mesa in Hopi, Arizona where he creates his art and jewelry. Thomas Jr has been creating jewelry since his early twenties. An accomplished and preeminent contemporary Hopi artist he combines ancient design motifs and modern forms creating sculptural designs that are timeless and classic art that is worn. Thomas' work is owned by collectors worldwide.
Thomas is a public figure
and speaker who has travelled widely and appeared in many publications and recordings

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