MARIA SAMORA
Maria Samora (b. 1975) is a jeweler based in Taos, New Mexico. She apprenticed with goldsmith Phil Poirier for ten years before launching her namesake brand. She was first selected to show at the Santa Fe Indian Market in 2005 and has received many awards in subsequent years, including being chosen as the poster artist in 2019. In 2018 the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture honored her with a Living Treasure award and the exhibition Maria Samora: Master of Elegance. Samora’s designs can be found in museums and galleries across the country and at Maria Samora Studio in Taos.
“Taos is a magical and spiritual place and I believe my designs are apersonal reflection of the elements that surround me. My creative expression has a strong visual range. It is dynamic, evolving and ever-changing. My designs are inspired by a unique cultural background and my traditional roots. ”
— Maria Samora 2021