Throughout the sessions at the Poeh Arts Cultural Center, students take classes to find a new hobby or a new passion, either of which they strive their best to learn as much as possible. Simultaneously, they realize that they have in their minds a new way of expressing their ideas and their cultural identity. The following are thoughts from students after taking classes at the Poeh Center.
	"I'm David Aguino, a tribal member of San Juan Pueblo and a Vietnam Veteran. I am trying to perfect an interesting hobby. As a first time student in pottery making, I find it very interesting and hope that someday I will be able to market it. I also took a class in Moccasin Making in 2001, which I found to be very interesting."
	Camille Bernal has resided in Santa Fe, NM for the past nine years. Bernal is currently a full-time student at the Institute of American Indian Arts and plans to graduate in spring of 2004, with a Degree in Fine Arts in Three-Dimension Design. From Taos Pueblo, Bernal hopes to work in clay on a daily basis and create innovative designs and styles in various clays.
	"Art is the profound direction of expressing the conscience mind, the culture in which I came to realize my artistic talents, and most important of all, the spirituality which has guided me through the point of understanding my purpose and contribution to the world.
	My love for art has not limited me from appreciating the art of other indigenous peoples as well as people of other nationalities. Therefore we all share love, beauty, and the ability to freely express life through art."
	"My name is Jolene Bird, and I am from the pueblo of Santo Domingo. Although I have gained and consummated many objectives in my silver class, I still have so much more to accomplish.
	The best part of this experience is learning how to collaborate my silver and my traditional work to make new creations with the help of this class. It has been a challenge to adapt to changes in my jewelry as far as style and design. I do adore the silver class and I would very much like to recommence in the challenge of this class to learn more about working with silver."
	Clarence E. Cruz is Tewa from the Pueblo of San Juan and a traditional Pueblo potter. His works consist of Micaceous pottery and the traditional polychrome style of San Juan Pueblo. He is also currently instructing classes in Micaceous Pottery of Tewa Pottery at Poeh Arts. Clarence is a graduate of the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor's in Fine Arts in Studio Arts.
	"I am a member of Nambe Pueblo. From the tewa language, my Indian name translates to "Apple Blossom". I have taken classes at the Poeh Arts Program in Micaceous, black and red Pottery, and also moccasin making. I enjoy working with natural products and seeing the outcome of my work. It is very relaxing and I enjoy helping and guiding my children as well."
	Johnny Cruz is a San Ildefonso Pueblo member active in creating traditional black on black pottery. He sells his pottery at the Pueblo Visitor Center. Enjoying and sharing his work is his main goal.
	Joan Coriz, a native of Santo Domingo Pueblo, enjoys working with various textiles to create traditional clothing. She has attended the silversmithing, Tewa Pottery, and Micaceous pottery classes at the Poeh Cultural Arts Center in Pojoaque.
	"I learned important lessons along the way. First and foremost, I had to learn to be patient. I think this project made me realize that no matter the kind of mindset initially, I could only proceed as much as the processes would allow. I found that if I tried to hasten a step too much, something adverse always happened. As a result, I found myself paying closer attention to refining my cutting, filing, and polishing skills.
	A positive and engaging classroom atmosphere, and constant encouragement from fellow students helped me to follow through and finish the project. As always, Mr. Fritz Casuse provided invaluable tutoring and guidance throughout this project. It was with his help that my project turned out as beautiful as it did."
	Patricia descends from a family of artisans. Her family crafted pottery and traditional shell and turquoise jewelry. It has only been recently that Patricial begun to explore her own creative potential and create works that reflect her unique flair. She considers her instructor, Fritz Casuse, as having a significant influence in her artistic endeavors.