Folk Arts Apprenticeship Program

New Mexico Arts' Folk Arts Apprenticeship Program supports master traditional artists in passing on their knowledge to apprentices one-on-one over several months to a year. More than 270 teams have been funded in traditions from accordion restoration and Western boot making to colcha embroidery and Navajo weaving. Funds cover the master artist's fee plus supplies, materials and travel. Award: Short-term: $1,500 master artist fee plus up to $1,500 for mileage and supplies; long-term: $3,000...