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Charles King of King Galleries with Jill Giller of Native American Collections.

Denver, CO

With locations in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Santa Fe, New Mexico, King Galleries has a strong presence in the Southwest. The gallery’s presence will increase after Charles King, the gallery’s owner, acquired Native American Collections of Denver, which was started by Jill Giller in 1994. Giller recently retired after three decades in business.

“I’ve always admired Jill and the strong reputation she has with collectors and clients, says King. “We have been friends for over 25 years. I’m excited to acquire her business and continue her legacy through the Native American Collections website and social media presence. This is an exciting opportunity to continue to showcase and represent the very best in Native pottery across the country.”

“I have made so many close friends over the years that it has been a difficult decision, but one that brings me to a new chapter in my life,” Giller says. “I am pleased that Charles continues our commitment to great Native art and especially the world of Native pottery.”

King opened his first gallery in 1996 in Scottsdale and today he is recognized as one the leading authorities on Native American pottery. Learn more about the gallery at www.kinggalleries.com.

Clark Tenakhongva (Hopi), Mastop (Fertility Spirit), made with natural pigments and feathers on cottonwood root.

Santa Barbara, CA

Now on view at Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art in Santa Barbara, California, is a new exhibition that will highlight Hopi katsina carvings. The unique exhibition, which celebrates the resurgence of a traditional carving method, features dozens of carving examples from numerous collections. Included in the exhibit will be works that will be for sale from four artists: Cory Ahownewa, Kevin Honyouti, Ed Seechoma and Cordell Naseyoma. The exhibition runs through May 4.