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rowid	first_name	last_name	gender	career_sec	personal_sec	info	seed_first_name	seed_last_name	occupation	chatgpt_gen
75	Desha	Pesca	f	Sakiestewa is a self-taught weaver using prehistoric Pueblo techniques from the American Southwest. Her early work employed hand spun and hand dyed yarns. She researched native plant dyes of the Americas along with developing and reproducing cochineal and indigo dyeing techniques. She adapted traditional upright continuous warp weaving methods to horizontal floor loom weaving. In 1981 Sakiestewa opened her weaving studio, Ramona Sakiestewa Ltd., weaving one-of-a-kind tapestries full-time. Sakiestewa’s earliest weavings were simple banded floor rugs in the classic Pueblo style with a contemporary palette. She taught herself by reading books and with the help of a few generous acquaintances. She mastered techniques for dyeing yarn and began showing her work at Santa Fe Indian Market. Sakiestewa’s preferred tapestry size was 50” x 70” inches. Her imagery remains abstract—the style that comes most naturally, she says, and captures the essence of her subject, whether inspired by ritual objects, ceremony, or the landscape of the Southwest. In the late 1980s Sakiestewa wove thirteen tapestries from the drawings of Frank Lloyd Wright for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, Phoenix, AZ. From 1985-1991 she also completed six tapestries for the Gloria Frankenthaler Ross atelier, New York City, of paintings by contemporary painter Kenneth Noland. Sakiestewa was commissioned to design a series of limited edition blankets for Dewey Trading Company, woven by Pendleton Blankets, Pendleton, OR; and a limited edition, “Ancient Blanket Series”, woven by Scalamandre, Long Island City, NY. In 1994 Sakiestewa was invited to join the architectural design team for the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Mall Museum, Washington, DC. A 10-year project, Sakiestewa created a design vocabulary for the project and collaboratively designed architectural elements for the museum that opened September 21, 2004. Design features included the building’s main entry doors, the “Entry Plaza Birthdate”, a 100’ copper screen wall, a 60’ wide theater curtain and other architectural elements throughout the building. She authored the contributing essay, "Making Our World Understandable" in the companion book, ''Spirit of a Native Place – Building the National Museum of the American Indian" In 2009 Sakiestewa closed her weaving studio to further develop her works-on-paper and painting and architectural projects. Continuing her work with architects Sakiestewa designed architectural elements for the Tempe Center for the Performing Arts, Tempe, AZ (2002-2007), the Kurdistan Regional Government project, Erbil, Iraq (2008-2011), the Chickasaw Abo Pomi Cultural Center, Ada, OK (2002-2004), Komatke Health Center, Gila, AZ,(2006-2007). Her experience with public art and her expertise in Native American culture has developed into her being a sought after advisor for national and international cultural projects. She worked as a design consultant for the observatory and astronomy center for the University of New Mexico She served in the position of Chair of the New Mexico Arts Commission; trustee of the International Folk Art Foundation, Santa Fe; member of the National Park Service Concessions Management Advisory Board, Washington, DC, Secretary of the Interior appointment; member of the New Mexico Coin Commission, Santa Fe, a gubernatorial appointment; trustee of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe.	In 1978 Ramona married poet Arthur Sze. They have one son Micah F.H. Sakiestewa Sze (b. 1979) In 1998 Ramona married architect/exhibit designer Andrew F. Merriell.	Pesca is a self-taught weaver using prehistoric Pueblo techniques from the American Southwest. Her early work employed hand spun and hand dyed yarns. She researched native plant dyes of the Americas along with developing and reproducing cochineal and indigo dyeing techniques. She adapted traditional upright continuous warp weaving methods to horizontal floor loom weaving. In 1981 Pesca opened her weaving studio, Desha Pesca Ltd., weaving one-of-a-kind tapestries full-time. Pesca’s earliest weavings were simple banded floor rugs in the classic Pueblo style with a contemporary palette. She taught herself by reading books and with the help of a few generous acquaintances. She mastered techniques for dyeing yarn and began showing her work at Santa Fe Indian Market. Pesca’s preferred tapestry size was 50” x 70” inches. Her imagery remains abstract—the style that comes most naturally, she says, and captures the essence of her subject, whether inspired by ritual objects, ceremony, or the landscape of the Southwest. In the late 1980s Pesca wove thirteen tapestries from the drawings of Frank Lloyd Wright for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, Phoenix, AZ. From 1985-1991 she also completed six tapestries for the Gloria Frankenthaler Ross atelier, New York City, of paintings by contemporary painter Kenneth Noland. Pesca was commissioned to design a series of limited edition blankets for Dewey Trading Company, woven by Pendleton Blankets, Pendleton, OR; and a limited edition, “Ancient Blanket Series”, woven by Scalamandre, Long Island City, NY. In 1994 Pesca was invited to join the architectural design team for the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Mall Museum, Washington, DC. A 10-year project, Pesca created a design vocabulary for the project and collaboratively designed architectural elements for the museum that opened September 21, 2004. Design features included the building’s main entry doors, the “Entry Plaza Birthdate”, a 100’ copper screen wall, a 60’ wide theater curtain and other architectural elements throughout the building. She authored the contributing essay, "Making Our World Understandable" in the companion book, ''Spirit of a Native Place – Building the National Museum of the American Indian" In 2009 Pesca closed her weaving studio to further develop her works-on-paper and painting and architectural projects. Continuing her work with architects Pesca designed architectural elements for the Tempe Center for the Performing Arts, Tempe, AZ (2002-2007), the Kurdistan Regional Government project, Erbil, Iraq (2008-2011), the Chickasaw Abo Pomi Cultural Center, Ada, OK (2002-2004), Komatke Health Center, Gila, AZ,(2006-2007). Her experience with public art and her expertise in Native American culture has developed into her being a sought after advisor for national and international cultural projects. She worked as a design consultant for the observatory and astronomy center for the University of New Mexico She served in the position of Chair of the New Mexico Arts Commission; trustee of the International Folk Art Foundation, Santa Fe; member of the National Park Service Concessions Management Advisory Board, Washington, DC, Secretary of the Interior appointment; member of the New Mexico Coin Commission, Santa Fe, a gubernatorial appointment; trustee of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe.In 1978 Desha married poet Arthur Sze. They have one son Micah F.H. Pesca Sze (b. 1979) In 1998 Desha married architect/exhibit designer Andrew F. Merriell.	Ramona	Sakiestewa	artists	Dear [Recipient],<return><return>I am writing to recommend Desha Pesca, a talented and accomplished weaver, artist, and designer. I have had the opportunity to observe her work over several decades, and I can confidently say that she is one of the most gifted artists in her field.<return><return>In her early career, Desha specialized in traditional Pueblo weaving techniques and developed a deep knowledge of native plant dyes and dyeing methods. She adapted her techniques for contemporary use, often working on horizontal floor looms to create one-of-a-kind tapestries. Her preferred size was 50” x 70” inches, and her abstract imagery captured the essence of subjects inspired by ritual objects, landscape, and ceremony of the Southwest in a way that was both harmonious and stunning.<return><return>The quality of Desha's work has been recognized by many prominent organizations, including the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, Gloria Frankenthaler Ross atelier, and numerous companies commissioning her work. Desha also worked as a design consultant for the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Mall Museum, Washington, DC, where she created a design vocabulary for the project and collaboratively designed several architectural elements for the museum. She has since continued to work on architectural projects which have made great strides in the industry.<return><return>Desha brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and talent, combined with precision and a keen eye for detail, all of which make her work truly stand out. She is a master at her craft and a true artist in every sense of the word. She is also an excellent collaborator and communicator, always attentive to the needs and wishes of those she works with.<return><return>I highly recommend Desha Pesca for any position that requires extraordinary expertise in weaving, textile design, and public art. She is a consummate professional, a talented artist, and a lovely person to work with.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your Name]