Glenn Gomez

Glenn Gomez (born 1954) is a highly respected contemporary Native American potter representing both Pojoaque and Taos Pueblos. The son of noted Pojoaque potter Cordelia “Cordi” Gomez and a father from Taos Pueblo, Glenn grew up immersed in the rich cultural and artistic traditions of northern New Mexico. Encouraged by his mother, he began working extensively with native micaceous clay in 1988, eventually earning an Associate of Fine Arts degree from the prestigious Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA).

Gomez is celebrated for his innovative approach to traditional micaceous pottery. While many northern pueblo potters historically focused on utilitarian cooking vessels, Gomez pushes the boundaries of the medium, creating unique, organic shapes, scalloped rims, and fantastical, display-focused forms. He is particularly known for his expert firing techniques, which he uses to achieve dramatic black finishes and rich fire clouds against the naturally golden mica. A multi-award-winning artist at major events like the Santa Fe Indian Market and the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market, Gomez’s work is a vibrant continuation of his family’s enduring creative legacy.