1) Helen Hardin (Tewa name: Tsa-sah-wee-eh, which means “Little Standing Spruce”), born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on May 28, 1943 to June 9, 1984 (aged 41), was a Native American painter.
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2) She was raised by an artistic mom. At age six, she won first prize for a drawing. At age nine, her works were sold with her mom’s at ceremonial events. Later on, she wanted to create her own style.
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3) She was a studio artist, who from the 1960s to mid 1970s lectured and exhibited paintings at Albuquerque’s Enchanted Mesa Gallery. Her early work was considered traditionally realistic.
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4) Up to 26 layers of paint (ink washes, acrylics, airbrush & varnish) were applied to her works. She painted tiny dots (stipples), spattered paint with a toothbrush, & applied transparent washes.
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5) As her career matured & she gained confidence, she became known for painting complex works that combined colorful images & symbols from her Native American heritage with modern abstract art techniques.
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6) She received honors for her works at many museums and exhibits. Her works are in the collections of Heard Museum, Indian Arts & Crafts Board, Loyola Law School, Southwest Museum, and many others.
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