NEW: Pawn Trader Art Quintana Will Appraise Guests’ Fine Indian Jewelry

SAN DIEGO (August 19, 2014) – Collectors of fine Native American jewelry, art, hand woven rugs and Pendleton blankets will enjoy an unforgettable weekend among some of the Southwest’s finest artists at Bazaar del Mundo’s Santa Fe Market, September 19 to 21 in Old Town.

For the first time, and inspired by popular TV show, “Pawn Stars,” visitors may bring up to two pieces of their fine Indian jewelry and family heirlooms to be appraised by notable pawn trader Art Quintana. With 30 years in the Native American jewelry business, Quintana’s collection of traditional and contemporary necklaces, bracelets, rings, bolo ties, concho belts, earrings, beadwork and more, present a treasure trove he has discovered in pawn shops throughout the Southwest.

The festival is a colorful outdoor marketplace featuring Navajo, Cherokee, Hopi, Pima, Isleta Pueblo and Santo Domingo Pueblo creations, presented by tribe members, along with other noted Southwestern artists demonstrating and selling their wares.

More than 25 artists will be in attendance. Included are:

• Bernie Granados, Jr., with roots in both the Apache and Zacatec tribes, is a multi-talented artist who works in a variety of mediums – embossed acrylic paintings, watercolor, Prismacolor pencil, wood carvings, ceramic and bronze. His art features beautiful images of horses, buffalo and ancient ancestral figures.
• Ray Tracey, surely recognized by jewelry aficionados as a Navajo jeweler and “movie star,a” who has appeared in “Seems Like Old Times” with Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase, and the 1980s TV series “Lou Grant.” His colorful pieces include gold, turquoise and lapis stones, as well as feather, bear and horse motifs.
• Kim Yubeta uses vintage beads from far off lands made of turquoise, coral, lapis, shiny oyster, amber, jet and onyx to fashion her necklaces that show in galleries throughout the Southwest.

Santa Fe Market visitors can take in this dazzling showcase while enjoying live musical entertainment. Mouth-watering cuisine from neighboring Casa Guadalajara restaurant will be for sale.
 
The event runs 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit www.bazaardelmundo.com.
 
About Bazaar del Mundo
 
Diane Powers’ locally owned Bazaar del Mundo Shops and her family of restaurants are San Diego’s recognized destinations for international cultures and Mexican-spirited cuisine.
 
The Bazaar del Mundo Shops, which have been recognized as one of the best shopping environments in San Diego, create a lively and colorful entry to San Diego’s Old Town community while Powers’ award-winning restaurants – Casa Guadalajara, Casa de Pico, Casa de Bandini and Casa Sol y Mar – which make up Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Restaurant Group, provide authentic Mexican flavor and ambience throughout San Diego County.
 
The Shops are comprised of colorful boutiques, each offering unique gifts from all over the world, home accessories and collectibles, handcrafted artisan jewelry, arts and crafts, plus creative women’s fashion (such as colorful separates, accessories, bags, wallets and belts). The Kitchen Shop offers vibrant tabletop products and worldwide imported ceramics, as well as unique and quality crafts and folk art from Mexico.
 
The Bazaar del Mundo Shops, 619-296-3161, and Casa Guadalajara, 619-295-5111, are at the north entrance to Old Town on the corner of Juan and Taylor. Casa de Pico is located at 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, 619-463-3267. Casa de Bandini is located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 760-634-3443. Casa Sol y Mar is located at 12865 El Camino Real at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 858-792-4100.