Rachel Medina-Ratan (1961- )
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Rachel Medina claims dual relationship to Zia, her native pueblo, and Santa Ana Pueblo, where she has lived. She is a daughter of Sofia and Rafael Medina, granddaughter of Juanita Toribio Pino, and great-granddaughter of Rosalea Medina Toribio. Her brother is Marcellus Medina.
Rachel’s mother, Sofia, taught her the techniques of Zia pottery and Eudora Montoya of Santa Ana taught her the techniques of Santa Ana pottery. In addition to making pottery of the styles of both pueblos, Rachel acquired a Nursing degree from Eastern New Mexico University in Portales.
Rachel makes pottery in the styles of both pueblos.
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