Harry Fonseca
Harry Fonseca (1946–2006) was a Native American artist of Nisenan Maidu, Hawaiian, and Portuguese descent, born in Sacramento.
Born: 1946, Sacramento, California
Died: 2006, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Recognition
Fonseca rose to prominence as a Native American artist with a unique brand of traditional values and a contemporary edge. His works have been globally exhibited in the likes of the Smithsonian, Oakland Museum, Vienna Anthropological Museum.
Intent
Coyotes are central figures in much of Native American culture – inventive, wise and tricky creatures. Fonseca brings the coyote into the contemporary realm in this lithograph series.
Composition
Fonseca creates a sparkling contrast with lithography and bold drawn lines against the stark white paper. The figures are presented centrally in the composition, referencing an study of Picasso and Chagall.
Ceres Take
A 13-print series of dramatic Southwest iconography that can fill an entire wall.
PARENT TECHNIQUE
Lithograph
Lithography is a form of pinrtmaking anchored on the principle of oil and water repelling each other. It involves drawing or painting an image onto a smooth, flat surface, traditionally a stone, using a greasy medium like crayon or ink. The surface is then treated with a chemical solution to...
