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Josh Tafoya

Taos, NM

Woven Biker

Wool

38" x 45" x 10"

2024

About

Josh Tafoya is a textile artist born and raised in the American Southwest that works within the concepts of his Indo-Hispano (Genizaro), Chicano heritage. Furthering his home’s traditional craft.

A reflection of his New Mexican home’s rich textile history. Coming from a Ranching grandfather and a Weaving grandmother, brought him full circle. Infusing his knowledge of traditional Spanish loom weaving, with his experience in New York Fashion.

Always exploring old and new techniques into his weaving’s and garments, each taking ideas from the other influencing the process. Keeping old traditions alive, and furthering a continuing conversation of New Mexican heritage and craft. A new vision of “American Fashion”and a reclamation of the “Southwestern Look”.

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Art from Josh Tafoya in other TAAC exhibitions

"Denim Chicano"
Spring 2024
Josh Tafoya
Patchworked New Mexican
Fall 2022
Josh Tafoya