Michelle Paisano

Pueblo Indian artist Michelle Paisano has been working as a clay sculptor since 1984. She received her fine arts degree from the University of New Mexico and has specialized in American Indian art. Her clay sculptures, pottery and clay vessels are a reflection of Pueblo tradition and culture.

Coming from the Laguna and Acoma Pueblos in southwestern New Mexico, her strengths and motivation as a clay sculptor are influenced by her long family line of Pueblo potters.