Sergio Lugo Wins Santa Fe Indian Market Best of Show Award

Sergio Lugo of Santa Clara Pueblo has been awarded Best of Show at the 104th annual Santa Fe Indian Market. His winning piece, the "Floating Melon Bowl," is a coil-built ceramic vessel.

Lugo competed against numerous other artists across various categories, showcasing both traditional and contemporary Native American art. The event, held in Santa Fe, New Mexico, attracts thousands of visitors and collectors annually.

The Best of Show award is the market's highest honor, recognizing a piece that demonstrates exceptional creativity, technical skill, and cultural significance. Lugo is noted for his work that blends ancestral techniques with modern aesthetics.

The Santa Fe Indian Market is one of the largest and most highly regarded Native American art markets globally. It serves as a vital platform for Native artists to exhibit and sell their work directly to the public.