Tempera Painting by Quincy Tahoma, a Navajo Indian: 1. Moselsio, Simon and Herta. 1945. The Native American Experience
Critical Thinking Questions:
 
 
  1. This video clip was part of a documentary by the art department at an Eastern college. Why do you think they were drawn to document the life and art of Quincy Tahoma?




  2. Who do you think was the audience for this film, and what is the importance of the subject matter?




  3. Describe what you consider to be the lifestyle of the Navajo, and Native Americans in general, at this time in U.S. History.




  4. Read the background information about the "hogan," or traditional Najavo home. What features are most notable in the hogan, and why do you think these features are important building components in the hogan?
 
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