Lee Ann Cheromiah

Lee Ann Cheromiah is a respected contemporary potter from Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico. Deeply committed to preserving and advancing the ceramic traditions of her community, Cheromiah utilizes the labor-intensive methods passed down through generations of Pueblo matriarchs. She hand-gathers native clay, builds her vessels using the ancient coiling method without the use of a pottery wheel, and paints her intricate designs using natural, hand-ground mineral and vegetal pigments.

While Laguna pottery shares historical and stylistic ties with neighboring Acoma Pueblo—most notably in the use of brilliant white slips and complex geometric patterns—artisans like Cheromiah are vital in maintaining Laguna’s distinct artistic voice and cultural heritage. Her beautifully formed, traditionally painted polychrome wares are highly valued by collectors of authentic Native American ceramics who appreciate her blend of technical precision and historical reverence.