MAP AND DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS INSIDE
“Sheri’s Place”
oil on linen
20” x 20”
by Clarence Medina
Dixon Studio Tour
The entire Artists’ Studio Tour season - May through November, 2016
Placitas Studio Tour Mother’s Day Weekend • May 7 & 8 Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
www.placitasstudiotour.com
Saturday October 1 10 am – 5 pm
Nancy & Jon Couch
Erica Wendel-Oglesby
Harriet Neal
VISIT THESE ARTISTS OF THE POJOAQUE RIVER VALLEY LILIAN AUTIO ● MIXED MEDIA, PAINTING, PRINTMAKING ● 714-803-2190 ● JUANSOWN@GMAIL.COM YENNY COCQ ● JEWELRY, PAINTING, SCULPTURE ● 505-670-6053 ● WWW.YENNYCOCQSCULPTURE.COM LORRAINE COLESTOCK ● 505-455-1894 ● PAINTING, MONOTYPES ● WWW.EARTHSTARSTUDIOGALLERY.COM SUSIE EDWARDS ● PAINTING ● 505-455-2694 ● MATSI343@AOL.COM MARY L GROW ● FIBER ART ● 505-469-3183 ● GROWML@GMAIL.COM MARIANNE HORNBUCKLE ● PAINTING, SCULPTURE ● 505-455-3496 ● MARIANNEHORNBUCKLE.COM MERRIMON KENNEDY KENNED ● MIXED MEDIA, PAINTING ● 505-455-7336 ● WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/MERRIMONKENNEDYART TOM KENNEDY ● SCULPTURE, WOODWORKING ● 910-200-5806 ● WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/TOMKENNEDYARTIST RICHARD KRASIN ● DIGITAL PRINTS ● 505-670-5244 ● WWW.RICHARDKRASIN.COM RICHARD LABELLE ● PAINTING ● 505-231-5723 ● NORTE2NM@GMAIL.COM KAREN LUTHER ● JEWELRY ● 505-930-3001 ● WWW.SACREDSYMBOLSSPEAK.COM JEAN RICHEL ● MIXED MEDIA, PAINTING ● 505-231-4147 ● WWW.JEANMARCRICHEL2011.WEBS.COM AMELIA ROYBAL ● PAINTING ● 505-455-1894 BARBARA BARBAR ROYBAL ● SPINNING & WEAVING, SCARVES. RUGS ● 505-490-0160 ● BLROYBAL@GMAIL.COM LUIS ROYBAL ● PAINTING ● 505-455-2113 ● LUISARTST@AIM.COM KAREN WATERS ● FIBER ART, DIGITAL ART ● 505-695-2211 ● WWW.KARENWATERSART.COM
AND COME JOIN US FOR MORE ARTISTS AT THE
2016 POJOAQUE RIVER ART TOUR SEPTEMBER 17TH & 18TH
10 AM - 5 PM
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IN THIS EDITION 1. COVER - Artwork by Clarence Medina “Sheri’s Place” 20” x 20” oil on linen 3. Welcome to the 2016 New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 4. About the Studio Tours - How to use this Guide 5. Tour #1 - Corrales Studio Tour 6. Tour # 2 - Placitas Studio Tour 7. Tour # 3 - Eldorado Studio Tour 8. THE LIST - Every tour with dates, times and events 9. Tour # 4 - Santa Fe Studio Tour 10. Destination: Santa Fe 11. Destination: Santa Fe 12. Tour # 5 - Lincoln County Studio Tour 13. Tour # 6 - Alto Artists’ Studio Tour 14. Tour # 7 - Taos Studio Tour 15. Tour # 8 - Pilar Studio Tour 16. Tour # 9 - Chama Valley Studio Tour 17. Tour # 10 - Rio Costilla Studio Tour 18. Driving instructions to each of the tour areas 19. Map for the entire tour season with inset 20. Calendar of Art Events for 2016 21. Tour # 11 - Alameda Studio Tour 22. Tour # 12 - Sandia Heights Artists’ Studio Tour 23. Tour # 13 - Pojoaque River Art Tour 24. Tour # 14 - Pecos Studio Tour 25. Tour # 15 - High Road Artisans NM Art Tour 26. Tour # 16 - Las Vegas Studio Tour 27. Tour # 17 - El Rito Studio Tour 28. Pictorial - on tour across New Mexico 29 Tour # 18 - Madrid & Cerrillos Studio Tour 30. Tour # 19 - Abiquiu Studio Tour 31. Tour # 20 - Los Alamos Artists’ Studio Tour 32. Tour # 21 - Red Dot Week Artists’ Weekends 33. Tour #22 - Galisteo Studio Tour 34. Tour #23 - Dixon Studio Tour
Welcome to the 2016 New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide
This is the definitive guide to the Artists’ Studio Tours in New Mexico. For more than 30 years artists have been opening their homes and studios to visitors from far and wide to experience first-hand the beauty and diversity that is created daily in the Land of Enchantment. We highly recommend that you keep this guide with you and plan your weekend adventures as you explore our beautiful state and discover the true Arts of New Mexico. This year the guide features 23 artists’ studio tours that will take place on most weekends from the last weekend in April to the first weekend in November. We invite you to visit our online version of the guide at www.NMASTGuide.com. The online version features a page for each of the studio tours, as well as an online copy of the printed guide, maps and other information. We encourage you to use the online guide throughout the year to learn more about each of the tours and the artists who make it happen. Marc-Paul LaRouche - Editor and Publisher The 2016 New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide is a publication of Streamlynx, LLC dba Streamlynx Communications. Corporate website - www.streamlynx.com 7 Avenida Vista Grande #252 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87508 (505) 438-9600 editor@NMASTGuide.com
Entire contents copyright © 2016 Streamlynx, LLC All Rights Reserved No portion of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without express written permission from the publisher. For sales and production inquiries: advertising@streamlynx.com or 505-438-9600 Visit our online edition at www.NMASTGuide.com Marc-Paul LaRouche - editor and publisher Jefferson P. LaRouche - digital production and web manager Deborah A. LaRouche - associate producer
El Rito Studio Tour October 1st & 2nd 10 am – 5 pm
Between Abiquiu and Ojo Caliente on scenic Highway 554 www.elritostudiotour.org
The El Rito Studio Tour is funded in part by the County of Rio Arriba Lodgers’ Tax and is fiscally sponsored by Luciente, Inc., a 501c3.
Open Daily, 9am-6pm • On the Road to Sandia Crest
www.tinkertown.com • (505) 281-5233
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About the New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tours New Mexico is known worldwide as a destination for finding fine art created by New Mexican artists, both native artists and artists who have moved to New Mexico for the culture, the landscape, the fresh air, and that unmistakable southwestern light. For more than thirty years, artists across New Mexico have banded together locally in a cooperative effort to invite art lovers and visitors to meet the artists, experience their studios and discover their art where it is created.
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In 2016 the Guide represents 23 studio tours. These tours are comprised of as few as 5 or 6 artists to as many as 80 or more. The tours occur on designated weekends from late April through the first part of November.
Most of the tours are scheduled to take place from 10 am to 5 pm on each day of the open studios. Many of the tours also feature a Friday art reception, where tour visitors can meet the artists and view representative works in a gallery setting. A few of the tours take advantage of 3-day weekend holidays and extend their tours to the Monday holiday.
Anniversary
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Preview Gallery 10 - 5: May 14 - 15 Eldorado Community Center 1 La Hacienda Loop Santa Fe, NM
May 14 & 15 10 - 5 each day 59 Studios 94 Artists
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How to use this Guide The Artists’ Studio Tours represented in this guide are presented in chronological order as they will take place during the tour season. Each tour has a dedicated page with information about the tour. Some pages have additional destination highlights for visitors new to the locale of the tour. We have assigned a tour number to each tour. This number serves as a key to find the tour page, as well as the corresponding driving instructions (Page 19) and location on the tour overview map (Page 20). You can also find a complete listing of every tour with tour numbers, names, dates and times for each of the tours (Page 8). ON THE COVER: “Sheri’s Place” 20” x 20” oil on linen by Clarence Medina Dixon Studio Tour Painting daily is as important to Clarence Medina as breathing. He gets up, calls his painting buddies to arrange a place to meet and heads out, even on cold days. Painting up to 300 days a year has gotten Clarence, who is largely a selftaught painter, to where he is today; a very collectable painter who exhibits annually at the famous annual Dixon Studio Tour in Dixon, NM and the Contemporary Hispanic Market in Santa Fe, NM.
Regular visits to museums and galleries has made a great impact on his art today. Though self-taught, he has been influenced by many great painters. “Principles and values are all important to get a successful painting” he says. Clarence’s favorite places to paint are the small villages of Northern New Mexico surrounding his home.
“ Sheri’s Place” 20” x 20” oil on linen by Clarence Medina Honoring his rich heritage he is deeply involved in his community. Clarence tends his apple orchard and serves as a commissioner on the local Acequia Association. He has also served as the mayordomo, who makes sure that the water is flowing and each person gets their fair share of water from the Acequia. He also volunteers at the Dixon Elementary School and the Embudo Valley Library, where he helps children. Clarence describes his work as “impressionism with a touch of expression”.
Contact Clarence at (505) 579 - 4645 or ClarenceMedina@yahoo.com and be sure to visit him on the 2016 Dixon Studio Tour.
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18th Annual Corrales Art & Studio Tour Preview Reception at San Ysidro Church Thursday, April 28, 2016 Open Studios and Preview Gallery Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm www.CorralesStudioTour.com
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Painting of San Ysidro Church by Sheri Burns Work representing each participating artist will be on display in the Preview Gallery, where you can peruse the wide range of fine art and crafts, from representational to abstract, oil to pastels, bronze, stone or wood sculptures, metal and glass objects, fiber art, unique, one-of-a-kind clothing, jewelry and so much more...there’s something for every taste and every budget! Grab a map and catalog and head out. A Preview Reception Is held the Thursday evening before the Tour weekend.
This year’s reception and Preview Gallery venue is the historic San Ysidro Church (Old Church) located on Old Church Road in the Village of Corrales
Painted by many of the artists on the tour and living in the region, The Old San Ysidro Church was built in 1868 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. It is managed by the Corrales Historical Society.
The images above are representative of the artwork that you will discover on the Corrales Art & Studio. Tour
Corrales is bordered on the east by the Rio Grande river, on the north and west by Rio Rancho and on the south by Albuquerque. It is approximately 4.3 miles west of Interstate 25. Corrales Road, NM Hwy 448, is the main street through town and can be accessed at either end from NM Hwy 528.
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19th Annual Placitas Studio Tour Mother’s Day Weekend 59 Artists - 49 Studios 2 Days Open Studios Saturday and Sunday, May 7 and May 8, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
www.PlacitasStudioTour.com
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On Mother’s Day weekend, 58 Placitas artists “Open Their Doors” to the public at 49 studios, offering a wide array of fine arts — paintings, wearable art, photography, ceramics, woodworking, glass art, jewelry, mosaics, sculptures, metalwork, and mixed media, including found and re-cycled objects.
This is always a great opportunity to explore the unique studios scattered throughout the scenic foothills of the northern Sandias, where one can meet and talk with the artists about their work and discover the fascinating and varied working environments where they create.
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Images representative of the art and artists on the Placitas Studio Tour
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25th Annual Eldorado Studio Tour 94 Artists - 59 Studios 2 Days Artist Reception at Eldorado Community Center Friday, May 13, 2016 5 pm to 7 pm Open Studios and Preview Gallery Saturday and Sunday, May 14 and May 15, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm 2016 Fall Show at St. John's United Methodist Church, 1200 Old Pecos Trail at Cordova Road Friday, October 14, 3-7 pm & Saturday, October 15, 9am-5pm www.eldoradoarts.org/eldoradostudiotour nmastguide.com/2016-guide/eldorado-studio-tour-2016/
25th Anniversary Eldorado Studio Tour Featuring 94 Artists Showing in 59 Studios: Saturday and Sunday, May 14 – 15: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM - The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association proudly presents the 25th Anniversary Eldorado Studio Tour the weekend of May 14 – 15. Once again the Tour leads the pack of Spring Studio Tours with the greatest number of artist and artisan participants in NM. The Preview Gallery kicks off the Tour on Friday, May 13th at the Eldorado Community Center at 1 La Hacienda Drive from 5 pm – 7 pm, where you can meet and talk with the artists, immerse yourself in their work and enjoy music and refreshments. QUALITY PRODUCTS FOR COUNTRY PETS
Open Mon - Fri 9 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 5 pm
(505) 466-1270 In the Agora Shopping Center - Eldorado Lisa Boegl, Owner 7 Avenida Vista Grande - Santa Fe, NM 87508
Images representative of the art and artists on the Eldorado Studio Tour
Women’s fashions and accessories
Ethical choices, timeless styles, and pieces picked and priced for locals.
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THE LIST - 23 Artists’ Studio Tours in 2016 A comprehensive listing of every tour in this guide, in chronological order, with dates and times for each tour event. The red numbers correspond to the number of each tour as it appears in the Guide. The numbers also correspond to the driving instructions (Page 18) and complete tour map overview (Page 19).
# 1 Corrales Art Studio Tour
# 9 Chama Valley Studio Tour
April 30 and May 1, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
September 3 and 4, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 17 El Rito Studio Tour October 1 and 2, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 2 Placitas Studio Tour May 7 and 8, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 10 Rio Costilla Studio Tour September 10 and 11, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 18 Madrid & Cerrillos
# 3 Eldorado Studio Tour
# 11 Alameda Studio Tour
May 14 and 15, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days Artists reception May 13, 2016 5 pm to 7 pm
# 4 Santa Fe Studio Tour
Artists reception June 17, 2016 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm June 18 and 19, 2016 June 25 and 26, 2016 10 am to 5 pm each day
# 5 Lincoln County
September 10 and 11, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
(*Dates not confirmed at presstime)
# 12 Sandia Heights Artists’
October 8, 9 and 10, 2016 10 am to 5 pm each day
Studio Tour September 10 and 11, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 13 Pojoaque River
Art Tour September 17 and 18, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
Studio Tour July 1,2 and 3, 2016 10 am to 5 pm each day
# 14 Pecos Studio Tour September 17 and 18, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 6 Alto Artists Studio Tour
# 15 High Road Artisans
August 5, 6 and 7, 2016 10 am to 5 pm each day
# 7 Taos Studio Tour
September 3, 4 and 5, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 8 Pilar Studio Tour
September 3 and 4, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
Studio Tour October 1 and 2, 2016 October 8 and 9, 2016 10 am to 5 pm each day
NM Art Tour September 17 and 18, 2016 September 24 and 25, 2016 10 am to 5 pm each day
# 16 Las Vegas Art
Studio Tour Artists’ reception Friday, September 30, 2016 5 pm to 7 pm - Gallery 140 Saturday, October 1, 2016 10 am to 5 pm Sunday, October 2, 2016 12 noon to 4 pm
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# 19 Abiquiu Studio Tour # 20 Los Alamos Artists
Studio Tour October 15 and 16, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
# 21 Red Dot Art Weekend
October 8, 9 and 10, 2016 October 15 and 16, 2016 10 am to 5 pm all 5 days
# 22 Galisteo Studio Tour October 15 and 16, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days # 3 Eldorado Fall Show
Friday, October 14, 2016 3 pm to 7 pm Saturday, October 15, 2016 9 am to 5 pm
# 23 Dixon Studio Tour
November 5 and 6, 2016 10 am to 5 pm both days
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5 Days 2 Weekends 50+ Artists 44 Studios Artists Reception at Santa Fe University of Art & Design Friday, June 17, 2016 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Open Studios and Preview Gallery Saturday and Sunday, June 18 and 19, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Open Studios Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
www.SantaFeStudioTour.com NMASTGuide.com/santa-fe-studio-tour/
The Santa Fe Studio Tour 2016 will be two art-filled weekends. A free, self-guided tour open to the public, visitors can choose to tour any number of open studios and discover the original art – paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and other unique works — over 50 Santa Fe artists. Many artists give demonstrations of their craft, share techniques and discuss what inspired their work. On Friday June 17 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm the tour begins with an Artists Reception at the Preview Gallery exhibiting artwork by all participating artists. The Preview Gallery is available for preview over the first weekend at the Santa Fe University of Art and Design. It is an opportunity for the public to view all the artists’ work and map out their weekend’s tour. Beginning Saturday June 18 and Sunday June 19 – and the following weekend Saturday June 25 and Sunday June 26 — from 10am to 5pm, all participating artists open their studio doors to collectors and visitors. Santa Fe Studio Tour officials describe the weekend as a “dynamic yet intimate total immersion in art where visitors can talk with the artists, experience their working environments and purchase art, all while enjoying the landscape of New Mexico, touring from one studio to the next!” Visit Studio Lisa de St. Croix
Images representative of the art and artists on the Santa Fe Studio Tour
Michael Costello - Mal Bilicz
“Thermite and Paper” Monotypes and Mixed Media Printmaking Demonstrations year round by appointment lisadestcroix.com 505 995 9909
(505) 570.1431
Cheri O'Brien 425-308-2061 www.cheriobrien.com
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Visit santafe.org, the official travel site of Tourism in Santa Fe, to find everything you need to know when visiting Santa Fe. ON THE PLAZA IN SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
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Welcome to Santa Fe, NM - “The City Different” As the oldest state capital city in the United States and the oldest city in New Mexico, Santa Fe offers visitors to the area a wealth of history and culture. Located at the crossroads of ancient trails, including the Santa Fe Trail, the Old Pecos Trail, the Old Spanish Trail, El Camino Real; even old U.S. Route 66, Santa Fe is a must-see destination as you plan your visits to the Artists’ Studio Tours in New Mexico.
St. Francis Cathedral - Santa Fe, NM
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture - Museum Hill - Santa Fe, NM - photos by Marc LaRouche
studiobiagisf.com
(505) 424-1745
Biagi “Sublimation” Visit me at Studio 60 on the Santa Fe Studio Tour 10 | New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 2016
Light fixture La Fonda Hotel- Santa Fe, NM
Dave Robinson
Digital Fine Art Photo Illustration
Teena Robinson
Encaustic, Watercolor, Mixed Media
Jane Barry Fine Jewelry
Cynde Christie Watercolor, Oils
STUDIO ONE • NINE ARTISTS • 1104 BISHOPS LODGE ROAD Studio Open: June 18 -19 June 25 -26 10am - 5pm
Jay Fries
Fine Art Photography
Deanna Kovacs
Encaustic, Watercolor, Mixed Media
Carolyn Lobeck Functional Ceramics
Cris Nein
Recycled Metal, Copper Kinetic Sculpture
Genie Shuller Fine Jewelry La Plazuela Restaurant La Fonda Hotel- Santa Fe, NM
Hand Graphics LLC Other resources for art and culture: http://www.museumhill.org/ http://www.palaceofthegovernors.org/index.php http://www.nmhistorymuseum.org/ http://www.nmartmuseum.org/ http://www.iaia.edu/museum/ http://www.elmuseocultural.org/ http://www.okeeffemuseumevents.org/youth.html https://sitesantafe.org/ http://santafechildrensmuseum.org/
Fine Art Framing, Lithography, Etching Monotype Printing, Gallery Collection, Collaborative Printmaking Facilities
Frame Shop (505) 438.1076 Print Studio (505) 438.0987 www.handgraphicsllc.com
5 Days 91 Artists 63 Studios Opening Reception Friday June 17 5:00 - 8:00PM at the Santa Fe University of Art & Design Gallery & Studios Open June 18 & 19 10AM - 5PM Studios Open June 25 & 26 10AM - 5PM Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SantaFeStudioTour/ For more information visit
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The Journey’s End - sculpture at Musuem Hill in Santa Fe
www.turquoisetrail.org
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Lincoln County, NM Art Loop Studio Tour
21st Annual Lincoln County Art Loop Studio Tour Open Studios Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 1, 2 & 3, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm http://www.artloop.org/ nmastguide.com/2016-guide/lincoln-county-studio-tour-2016
Art Loop™ began as a creative venture among artists 21 years ago and continues to be one of the most successful studio tours in New Mexico.
Throughout Lincoln County artists will open their studios, demonstrate their craft and discuss their creative process creating much more than simply a vibrant art market.
Our hope is that your inner artist will come alive as you enjoy the finest art Lincoln County has to offer and let us give you a little glimpse into what makes us tick as artists. Many artists will be offering demonstrations in their studios. This tour is only open for three days, July 1, 2, and 3 from 10am to 5pm. This is a self guided tour so spend the day enjoying the majestic mountain views and take your time visiting each artist’s studio location. Some artists will be demonstrating so that you can see, first hand, the skills they use when creating their artwork.
Around town you will see large bright yellow folded billboards showing a turning point going to someone’s studio. Outside the studio, you will see our bright colorful flag.
Images representative of the art and artists on the Lincoln County Art Loop Studio Tour
2016 Lincoln County New Mexico Art loop Studio Tour ™
21 Years of Awesome One of a Kind Art Take a self guided tour through beautiful mountains of South New Mexico July 1, 2, & 3 Open 10am - 5pm
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Open Studios Friday, Saturday and Sunday August 5, 6 & 7, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm http://www.altoartistsstudiotour.com nmastguide.com/2016-guide/alto-artists-studio-tour-2016
The Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts Alto, New Mexico - spencertheater.com photo by Dave Shultz
The Alto Artists’ Studio Tour
celebrates its 13th Anniversary in 2016. This free, self-guided tour in Alto, New Mexico, offers the chance to explore behind the scenes of the local art community. The public is invited to visit private studios to interact with the artists.
On Thursday, August 4, 2016, from 5 to 7 pm, the Alto Artists’ Studio Tour will hold its annual Artist Preview Party at the Spencer Theater in Ruidoso, New Mexico. The Spencer Theater is located at 108 Spencer Drive, Alto, NM. (575) 336-4800.
Images representative of the art and artists on the Alto Artists’ Studio Tour
Destination: Alto/Ruidoso, New Mexico Alto, New Mexico, the hub of the Alto Artists’ Studio Tour, is located 5 miles north of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Ruidoso is situated high in the Rocky Mountains of southeastern New Mexico. Towering above the Village of Ruidoso is Sierra Blanca at 11,981 feet above sea level and the New Mexico ski resort, Ski Apache. The area is host to many opportunities for visitors to enjoy the area when visiting for the Alto studio tour. Here are a few: Spencer Theater spencertheater.com
A landmark 514-seat world-class theater which, on the average, hosts a major touring Broadway show, dance or musical performance every 11 days year-round during separate summer and winter seasons. Four major Dale Chihuly glass installations are featured.
Fort Stanton fortstanton.org The Fort Stanton Historic Site is a must-see attraction Fridays through Mon- when visiting Lincoln County. Nestled on Highway 220, which bisects the Billy the Kid Scenic Byway, days through Labor Day. Thoroughbreds New Mexico’s newest historic site features over 155 years of southwestern history history ranging from and quarter horses race all summer with its initial creation as a military garrison to its significance as the first tuberculosis hospital in the state. post time at 1 p.m Ruidoso Downs raceruidoso.com
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Taos Studio Tour 2016
Taos Studio Tour - Labor Day Weekend Open Studios Friday, Saturday and Sunday September 3, 4 & 5, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
www.taosartistorg.org nmastguide.com/2016-guide/taos-studio-tour-2016
Shopping at the John Dunn Shops in downtown Taos, NM Photo by Marc-Paul LaRouche
Come view the working studios of Taos area artists. Meet the artists and see the vast array of art. Not only do you get to see wonderful art from pottery to paintings, jewelry to glass, photography, digital art, to stain glass, fabric art, sculpture to woodworking, you also get to see the studios where the artists spend their creative time and grab a drink and snack at each location. Drive your car or make it a bike tour! Tour guides are available a few months prior to the event. Maps are available at the Taos Visitors Center and at the individual studios.
Images representative of the art and artists on the Taos Studio Tour
Destination: Taos, New Mexico Taos, High-desert art colony. Taos, world-class ski resort. Taos, ancient community and land of Earthships. Taos is a place of convergence–of cultures, of opposites, of like minds and new perspectives. Nowhere else can you sample such diversity in a single town, and all within the same day. As locals will tell you, Taos truly exemplifies New Mexico’s beloved motto, “Land of Enchantment”. Here are some suggestions to enjoy what Taos has to offer:
Taos Ski Resort skitaos.org Join us on Monday, July 4th in Taos Ski Valley at The Bavarian for a 4th of July Celebration in the mountains. Taos Ski Valley Up and Over 10k Run August 6, 2016. Taos Ski Valley Arts Festival August 13, 14, 2016. Oktoberfest September 17, 2016, 11 am -5 pm at The Bavarian.
Taos Wool Festival taoswoolfestival.org
Kit Carson Park in Taos, New Mexico Saturday and Sunday, October 1st & 2nd. 9-5 Sat, 9-4 Sun. Free admission. An outstanding regional wool market featuring juried vendors displaying their wool, fiber, yarns, and artistic creations.
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Pueblo of Taos taospueblo.com
May 3, Santa Cruz Feast Day, Foot Races June 13, San Antonio Feast Day, Corn Dance June 24, San Juan Day, Corn Dance July Annual Taos Pueblo Pow Wow July 25, Santiago Day, Corn Dance July 26, Santa Ana Day, Corn Dance Last week of August, Closed Sept. 29, San Geronimo Eve Vespers Sept. 30, San Geronimo Day Feast Day
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Rio Grande near Pilar, NM - karlmoffat.blogspot.com
Please join us for the 19th Annual Pilar Studio Tour. The idyllic village of Pilar is set on the banks of the picturesque Rio Grande. The Pilar Studio Tour is popular for the close proximity of studio locations (mostly walkable), the friendliness of our artists and the inspiring beauty of the landscape vistas along the Rio Grande.
Food and beverages will be available at the Pilar Yacht Images representative of the art and artists on the Club, at the corner of Highway 68 and State Road 570, Pilar Studio Tour the turnoff to the village. Destination: Pilar, New Mexico Pilar is an old Hispanic community that has attracted quite a few artists: there are several galleries scattered around town. Across State Highway 68 to the east is the Rio Grande Gorge Visitor’s Center with exhibits and explanations of what the Gorge is really all about. Pilar is a major whitewater rafting destination in northern New Mexico. Located right on the Rio Grande where the river exits the Orilla Verde Valley, many rafters are pulling out of the water here and many others are putting in. Río Grande Gorge Visitor Center – Located in Pilar, NM, at the intersection of NM 570 and NM 68 the Visitor Center provides information about the recreation experiences to be had in the area as well as about the geological and natural history of this diverse and interesting area. From May 1 through October, the Visitor Center is open 7 days per week from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Orilla Verde Recreation Area is located within the Río Grande Del Norte National Monument and along the Río Grande Wild and Scenic River. Nestled along the banks of the Río Grande and within the steep-walled Río Grande Gorge, the campgrounds in this area offer nearby access to the river. www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/prog/recreation/ taos/orilla_verde.html New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 2016 | 15
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Chama Valley Studio Tour 2016
Chama Valley Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 3 & 4, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
chamavalleystudiotour.com nmastguide.com/2016-guide/chama-valley-studio-tour-2016
Stop #1 on the Chama Valley Studio Tour
Artists open their studios and display
their work each year at the Chama Valley Studio Tour. Artists’ studios are located in the Village of Chama on the north, Chama West, Brazos Canyon, Los Ojos and Tierra Amarilla on the south. The Chama Valley Studio Tour is a free event open to the public. Children and pets are welcome at most stops.
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Destination: Chama Valley, New Mexico High in the Rocky Mountains of New Mexico lies a hidden gem. From its sparkling headwaters to its confluence with the mighty Rio Grande, the Rio Chama carves a valley of scenic beauty second to none... Everywhere you turn, you are greeted by towering mountain peaks, scenic vistas and deep, colorful gorges. Been to Yosemite? You’ll be struck by the similar beauty of our own Brazos Cliffs. All forms of outdoor recreation are at their finest here, with every season offering a new treat and challenge. chamavalley.com Cumbres & Toltec Railroad cumbrestoltec.com Hidden away in a little-known corner of the southern Rocky Mountains is a precious historic artifact of the American West that time forgot. Built in 1880 and little changed since, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is the finest and most spectacular example of steam era mountain railroading in North America. 2016 Summer Schedule: May 28 – Sept. 5th - Fall Schedule: Sept. 6th - Oct. 23rd 888-286-2737 info@cumbrestoltec.com
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Ghost Ranch https://www.ghostranch.org
The Ghost Ranch lies in the heart of the lower Chama Valley and was once part of a vast inland sea. Coelophysis, a crocodile-like dinosaur, swarmed in the warm salty waters. Georgia O’Keefe is by far the best known of the many fine painters who have lived and worked in the Valley. Known throughout the world for her bold landscapes and vivid still life paintings of flowers and objects native to the Rio Chama Valley, O’Keefe lived and worked through much of her career near Abiquiu on the lower Rio Chama. No visit to the Rio Chama Valley would be complete without a visit to her beloved Ghost Ranch country.
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Rio Costilla Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 10 & 11, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Welcome to the Rio Costilla Studio Tour We are a thriving group of twenty-five plus artists and craftspeople living in the watershed of the Rio Costilla. Our homes are bordered by the magnificent Sangre de Christo mountains to the east and the Rio Grande gorge to the west at the southern edge of the beautiful San Luis Valley of Colorado and New Mexico.
For the past 18 years we have held our annual September studio tour in which we open our homes, studios and galleries to the public for two days of celebrating art and fine craft, good food, friendship, and renewal through art. Our work includes painting, print-making, photography, bronze sculpture, wood and stone carving, fine and rustic furniture, ceramics, African drums, artisan bread-baking, and a tour of spectacular wild flower fields in full bloom. We invite you to save the dates, September 10 and 11, 2016 on your calendar, grab some friends and family, and drive out to our little piece of paradise for a weekend of enjoyment, fellowship and celebration of the arts.
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General driving instructions for each tour in this guide For maps and other information visit the tour websites or go to www.NMASTGuide.com
1. Corrales Art Studio Tour Open Studios April 30 and May 1, 2016 www.corralesartstudiotour.com Corrales is bordered on the east by the Rio Grande river, on the north and west by Rio Rancho and on the south by Albuquerque. It is approximately 4.3 miles west of Interstate 25. Corrales Road, NM Hwy 448, is the main street through town and can be accessed at either end from NM Hwy 528. 2. Placitas Art Studio Tour Open Studios May 7 and 8, 2016 www.placitasstudiotour.com Placitas is located at I-25 and exit 242 East.
3. Eldorado Studio Tour Open Studios May 14 and 15, 2016 www.eldoradoarts.org/ eldoradostudiotour Eldorado at Santa Fe is located at US Highway 285 and Avenida Vista Grande (second exit).
4. Santa Fe Studio Tour Open Studios June 18, 19, 25, 26, 2016 www.santafestudiotour.com The Santa Fe Studio Tour is comprised of 68 artists and 44 studios scattered around the Santa Fe area.
5. Lincoln County Studio Tour Open Studios July 1,2 & 3, 2016 www.artloop.org The Lincoln County tour, aka the Art Loop, is located in Lincoln County. 6. Alto Artists Studio Tour Open Studios August 5,6 & 7, 2016 www.altoartistsstudiotour.com The Alto tour is located in Lincoln County.
7. Taos Studio Tour Open Studios September 3,4 & 5, 2016 www.taosartistorg.org The Taos Studio Tour radiates from Taos, New Mexico, located about 90 minutes from Santa Fe on US Highway 84/285 to Espanola then northeast on NM State Highway 68. 8. Pilar Studio Tour Open Studios September 3 and 4, 2016 www.pilarstudiotour.weebly.com The Village of Pilar is located along the Rio Grande River on NM Highway 68 between Santa Fe and Taos.
8. Pilar Studio Tour Open Studios September 3 and 4, 2016 www.pilarstudiotour.weebly.com The Village of Pilar is located along the Rio Grande River on NM Highway 68 between Santa Fe and Taos. 9. Chama Valley Studio Tour Open Studios September 3 and 4, 2016 www.chamavalleystudiotour.com Chama Valley is located approx. 105 miles north of Santa Fe on US 84/285. 10. Rio Costilla Studio Tour
Open Studios September 10 and 11, 2016
www.riocostillaart.com Rio Costilla is located 40 miles north of Taos on New Mexico 522 or 20 miles south of San Luis on Colorado 159. 11. Alameda Studio Tour
Open Studios September 10 and 11, 2016
www.alamedastudiotour.com The Village of Alameda is located North of Albuquerque. Take the Alameda Blvd. exit West to 4th Street NW. 12. Sandia Heights Artists Studio Tour
Open Studios September 10 and 11, 2016
www.sandiaheightsartists.com Sandia Heights is located in northeast Albuquerque. 13. Pojoaque River Art Tour
Open Studios September 17 and 18, 2016
www.pojoaqueriverarttour.com The Pojoaque River Art Tour begins at Than Povi Fine Art Gallery, now located in the Cottonwood Trading Post at San Ildefonso Pueblo. Take US 84/285 North from Santa Fe to the Los Alamos exit, 276B onto NM 502 Right onto Shumaa Po, left onto Odo Po. 14. Pecos Studio Tour
Open Studios September 17 and 18, 2016
www.pecosstudiotour.com From Santa Fe travel north on I-25 to exit 299.
15. High Road Artisans NM Art Tour Open Studios September 17, 18, 24 & 25, 2016 www.highroadnewmexico.com From Santa Fe take US Highway 285/ 84 North through Nambe. Turn left on County Road 98 to Chimayo, then right on NM 76.
16. Las Vegas Studio Tour Open Studios October 1 and 2, 2016 www.lasvegasartscouncil.org/lvac-gallery-140-events/2014-art-studio-tour I-25 north of Santa Fe approximately 66 miles exit 343 to Las Vegas.
17. El Rito Studio Tour Open Studios October 1 and 2, 2016 www.elritostudiotour.org El Rito is located 50 miles north of Santa Fe off US Highway 84. From Santa Fe take US Highway 285/84 north to NM Highway 554, turn right onto NM 554 north. 18. Madrid & Cerrillos Studio Tour Open Studios October 1 and 2, 2016 www.madridcerrillosstudiotour.com Cerrillos, New Mexico and neighboring Madrid, New Mexico are located along Highway 14. From I-25 take exit 276 south to Cerrillos. Continue on NM state 14 to Madrid, NM.
19. Abiquiu Studio Tour Open Studios October 8, 9 & 10, 2016 www.abiquiustudiotour.org Abiquiu is locateed approximately 48 miles north of Santa Fe along US Highway 84. 20. Los Alamos Artists Studio Tour Open Studios October 15 and 16, 2016 www.losalamosstudiotours.com From Santa Fe take St. Francis Drive (US 84) to Pojoaque, then west on NM 502 to Los Alamos.
21. Red Dot Art Weekend Open Studios October 8, 9, 10, 15 & 16, 2016 www.silvercitygalleries.com South on I-25 to exit 63 onto NM 152 west to Silver City. 22 . Galisteo Studio Tour Open Studios October 15 and 16, 2016 www.galisteostudiotour.com From I-25 North of Santa Fe take exit 290 south on US 285, then right onto NM 41 south to Galisteo.
23. Dixon Studio Tour Open Studios November 5 and 6, 2016 www.dixonarts.org From Santa Fe approximately 47 miles on US Highway 285/84 to NM 68 north to Dixon.
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1 Corrales Art Studio Tour 2 Placitas Studio Tour 3 Eldorado Studio Tour 4 Santa Fe Studio Tour 5 Lincoln County Studio Tour 6 Alto Artists Studio Tour 7 Taos Studio Tour 8 Pilar Studio Tour 9 Chama Valley Studio Tour 10 Rio Costilla Studio Tour 11 Alameda Studio Tour 12 Sandia Heights Artists' Studio Tour
13 Pojoaque River Art Tour 14 Pecos Studio Tour 15 High Road Artisans New Mexico Art Tour
16 Las Vegas Art Studio Tour 17 El Rito Studio Tour 18 Madrid & Cerrillos Studio Tour 19 Abiquiu Studio Tour 20 Los Alamos Artists Studio Tours 21 Red Dot Art Weekend 22 Galisteo Studio Tour 23 Dixon Studio Tour Map Insert Silver City, NM
Las Cruces (southwest of main map)
2016 CALENDAR OF NEW MEXICO ART EVENTS Major art events in New Mexico FIND OUT MORE online at NMASTGuide.com
May 28, 29 & 30, 2016 Jemez (Walatowa) Pueblo/Annual Red Rocks Arts & Crafts Show (505) 220-5639 May 28 and 29, 2016 Native Treasures Indian Arts Festival MIAC Santa Fe nativetreasures.org/ June 4 and 5, 2016 Santa Fe Artists Market Cathedral Park, Santa Fe santafeartistsmarket.com June 18 and 19, 2016 Picuris Pueblo/High Country Arts & Crafts Festival (575) 587-2519 July 2 through 10, 2016 ART Santa Fe International Contemporary Art Festival Galleries in Santa Fe hwww.artsantafe.com
July 8, 9 & 10, 2016 International Folk Art Market Milner Plaza - Museum Hill Santa Fe www.folkartalliance.org July 15 and 16 San Juan Pueblo/35th Eight Northern Indian Pueblos Annual Arts & Crafts Fair (505) 852-4400 July 30 and 31, 2016 Traditional Spanish Market Summer - Santa Fe Plaza www.spanishcolonialblog.org
August 9 and 10, 2016 San Lorenzo Feast Day Picuris Pueblo Arts & crafts, traditional dances, morning footrace, pole climbing
Sept. 23 - October 2, 2016 Taos Fall Arts Festival Taos, New Mexico www.taosfallarts.com
September 30, October 1, 2 & 3, October 7, 8 & 9, 2016 tribalsecretary@picurispueblo.com Rio Grande Fall Arts & Crafts (575) 587-2519 Festival (Balloon fiesta). August 13 and 14, 2016 riograndefestivals.com/festiZuni Pueblo/Annual Arts & vals/balloon-fiesta-show Cultural Expo zunitourism.com October 1 - 2, 2016 (505) 782-7238 33rd annual Taos Wool FestiAug 20 and 21, 2016 val Kit Carson Park, Taos, NM Annual SWAIA Indian Market taoswoolfestival.org Santa Fe Plaza - since 1922. swaia.org (505) 983.5220
Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade newmexico.org
August 10 through14, 2016 Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial. Red Rock State Park near Gallup. gallupceremonial.com or call 505.863.3896.
September 3 and 4, 2016 Totah Festival. Crafts fair and pow-wow - Farmington, NM Civic Center, Farmington. (800) 448-1240 or www.farmingtonnm.org.
September 6 through 11, 2016 Navajo Nation Fair. Traditional songs and dances, parade, Miss Navajo Nation Pageant, rodeos, etc. Window Rock, AZ. (928) 871-6478 or https://www.facebook.com/ NavajoNationFair September 16, 17 & 18, 2016 AHA Festival of Progressive Arts Santa Fe, NM - Second St/Siler/ Railyard ahafestival.com
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Crownpoint rug auction. Weavers waiting for auction to begin. Photo by Anne Galer
Crownpoint Rug Auction at Crownpoint Elementary School in Crownpoint, NM. Auction starts at 7pm. May 13, 2016 June 10, 2016 July 8, 2016 August 12, 2016 September 9, 2016 October 14, 2016 November 11, 2016 December 9, 2016 crownpointrugauction.com (505) 362-8502 . October 8 and 9, 2016 Jemez Pueblo Walatowa Open Air Market. Walatowa. www.jemezpueblo.com (575) 834-7235.
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Alameda Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 10 & 11, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Alameda artists pose in front of the Alameda historical marker
Alameda is home to many established and emerging fine artists and
skilled craftspeople. In 2011, a group of these artists got together and formed the first annual Alameda Studio Tour. Twenty-five artists opened their studios to the public, inspiring, educating, and offering their work for sale. The event experienced great success and has grown each year. The artists participating in the Tour include both traditional and abstract painters, sculptors, fiber artists, print makers, weavers, jewelers, glass artists, and doll makers. The diversity of artisans and the natural, historic beauty of Alameda is what sets this studio tour apart from others.
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Alameda is bordered on the east by the railroad tracks that originally helped to bring New Mexico into the modern age. To the north lies Sandia Pueblo. The famous Rio Grande, New Mexico’s life blood, forms the western border of Alameda, and the historic village of Los Ranchos roughly forms Alameda’s southern boundary.
Alameda was the name given by early Spanish settlers to a Tiwa pueblo on the west side of the Rio Grande. Translation means something like “park” or “shaded walk” in Spanish. The pueblo was located about where Alameda Elementary School is now (4th Street and Alameda Blvd.).
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Sandia Heights Artists’ Studio Tour 2016
Sandia Heights Artists’ Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 10 & 11, 2016 sandiaheightsartists.com 10:00 am to 5:00 pm nmastguide.com/2016-guide/ sandia-heights-artists-studio-tour-2016/
View from Sandia Heights photo by Sandia Heights artist Eric Guenette
Thirteen years ago a group of eight ar-
tisans joined together to celebrate art among friends and neighbors with the Sandia Heights Artists Studio Tour. The annual event continues to emphasize community. Sandia Heights spans both sides of tramway and the foothills. The stunning vistas make fascinating backgrounds for Tour stops at studios or homes, most of which feature two or three artists per location. Each of the Sandia Heights Artists, many of whom change each year, embrace their medium with enthusiasm. The result is an astounding diversity of media: from woodwork to oil, watercolor and acrylics; from jewelry of silver and beaded pieces to wearables, gourd art, pottery, mixed media, and hand-made books.
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Pojoaque River Art Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 17 & 18, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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View of the Santa Fe Ski Basin from the Pojoaue River Valley www.pojoaqueriverarttour.com/history/
The journey through the Pojoaque Valley’s inspired ambiance can be navigated in a single day.
As they follow the tour, art-watchers will be rewarded with a wide array of paint and print styles and media, including contemporary and traditional oil and acrylic paintings, mixed media, assemblage, monotypes, Sumi-e, watercolor, gouache and pastel.
Artists and artisans will also unveil original work in photography, jewelry, sculpture, fiber, weaving and ceramics. Some will be involved in works-in-progress and provide demonstrations. The Tour included 12 stops and twenty-four artists and artisans in 2015. Than Povi at Cottonwood Trading Post, the new Native American art gallery at San Ildefonso Pueblo, is the first stop for maps and hosts the Tour’s Opening Reception on Friday, September 16th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, as well as the Silent Auction on Friday evening and all day Saturday. The Pojoaque River Art Tour was created in 1992 by artists William Preston and Marianne Hornbuckle as a vehicle for exposure of artwork independent of the gallery system, and for creation of community among the artists and artisans living in the Pojoaque River Valley.
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Los Alamos Artists Studio Tour 2016
Saturday, October 15, 2016 10 am to 5 pm Sunday, October, 16, 2016 12 pm to 5 pm There will be samples of all of the Artist’s work on display in the Pajarito Room in the historic Fuller Lodge. Stop by, get your map, and take the tour! Visit us at losalamosstudiotours.com
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Pecos Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 17 & 18, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Along the Pecos River - image from Pecos Studio Tour Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/PecosArtists/
The Pecos Studio Tour is made up of a loosely knit group of artists living in and around the village of Pecos in northeastern New Mexico. Located 20 minutes from Santa Fe (I-25 North), our small community hosts a blend of unique people. Besides artists in all media, many residents have long historic and cultural ties to the area.
Situated on the east side of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Pecos enjoys four beautiful seasons. With clean air and wonderful light, it’s the perfect atmoImages representative of the art and artists on the sphere for creating inventive art. Our mountains also Pecos Studio Tour offer great outdoor recreation. Destination: Pecos, New Mexico PECOS is a gateway allowing travel from the Great Plains to Santa Fe through the southern Rocky Mountains. The trail was used by Indian tribes, Spanish settlers, traders on the Santa Fe Trail, Civil War soldiers and cruisers on Route 66. Pecos is a an ancient place with modern amenities, a village of small, family-owned lodges, restaurants, shops and guiding services. Pecos is a place of senses for people who value their sense of place. pecosnewmexico.com Santa Fe National Forest & Pecos Wilderness Area Pecos National Historical Park pecosnewmexico.com https://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm In the midst of piñon, juniper, and ponderosa pine woodlands in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains not far from Santa Fe, the remains of an Indian pueblo stand as a meaningful reminder of a people who once prevailed here. Today a national historical park demonstrates to modern visitors the cultural exchange and geographic facets central to the rich history of the Pecos Valley.
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The Pecos Wilderness is a protected wilderness area within the Santa Fe National Forest and Carson National Forest. The Pecos Wilderness lies within the Camino Real Ranger District of the Carson National Forest, and the Pecos Ranger District and Espanola Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest.
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High Road Artisans New Mexico Art Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday September 17 & 18, 2016 September 24 & 25, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm http://highroadnewmexico.com nmastguide.com/2016-guide/ high-road-artisans-new-mexico-art-tour-2016
Truchas, NM on the High Road - photo by Debbie LaRouche
Take the High Road!
The High Road Art Tour, now in its 19th year, is one of the most renowned art tours in the Southwest and an opportunity to encounter some of New Mexico’s most outstanding artists. The High Road to Taos Scenic Byway is a lovely, winding road through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains between Santa Fe and Taos. It offers magnificent vistas of snow-capped peaks, alpine meadows, and charming traditional Spanish and Pueblo villages. Many High Road Artists exhibit regularly at museums throughout the nation and world, have been award winners at Spanish Market and other prestigious venues, and have works included in public permanent collections from the University of New Mexico to the Smithsonian.
During the last two weekends of September, High Road Artists and Artisans open their studios to the public. Some are open throughout the year, and some only during the tour weekends. Along the scenic 30mile route you’ll find traditional and contemporary art forms, pottery, weaving, retablos, paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry, and more. Tour brochures with maps are located at tourist venues, information centers, and hotels.
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Open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons 1-4 pm or by appointment
66 Jacinto Road, Santa Fe, NM 87508 (Off hwy 285, just south of Eldorado)
Call Anne at 505-310-3369 for more information or visit our website:
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Historic Las Vegas Studio Tour 2016
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Historic plaza in Las Vegas, NM - photo by Debbie LaRouche
From the art scene to the local cuisine, the 2016 Historic Las Vegas Art Stu-
dio Tour is SERIOUS! The free tour, sponsored by the Las Vegas Arts Council, is marking its third consecutive year, and highlights the artistic talent of many northeastern New Mexico artists and artisans. The exciting two-day tour features multiple studio stops displaying a wide range of works (painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, photography, traditional Spanish art, street art, mixed media and more). Various locations showcase artists individually and in small groups, as well as gallery settings for those without studios in town. The studio tour kicks off on the evening of Friday, September 30th with a tour preview show and opening reception from 5 pm to 7 pm, at LVAC’s Gallery 140 located at 140 Bridge Street. In 2015, a group of “reunited” musicians who have been playing music in Las Vegas since the 1960s, the Impalas, played a wide variety of music including rock, Latin/Hispanic, jazz and pop. The perfect weather and fabulous music launched an unplanned street dance including a spontaneous and traditional Gran Marcha. 26 | New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 2016
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El Rito Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday October 1 and 2, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Come celebrate the 30th Annual El Rito Studio Tour. Hidden in plain sight
is a small community embraced by the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains where residents have lived quietly for generations cultivating lives that foster independence and creativity. Fifty miles north of Santa Fe, just 12 miles off Hwy 84, El Rito is bursting with talent in both traditional and contemporary media including sculpture, pottery, weaving, welding, tin and iron work, paintings, drawings, printmaking, photography and collage, jewelry, handmade books and note cards, Spanish Colonial furniture and carving, and musical instruments.
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“The El Rito Santero”
NICHOLAS HERRERA Visit Nicholas during the El Rito, NM Studio Tour or by Appointment 575-581-4733
Also represented by Evoke Contemporary Gallery, Santa Fe, NM
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When you visit the Artists’ Studio Tours this year, don’t forget your camera (or phone, or iPad).
All photos made in New Mexico by Debbie LaRouche or Marc-Paul LaRouche
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Open Studios Unknown dates at press time - typically the first 2 weekends in October - check the website or NMASTGuide.com for updates on this tour www.madridcerrillosstudiotour.com nmastguide.com/2016-guide/ madrid-cerrillos-studio-tour-2016/
Madrid in October - Corridor archive photo
This tour is unique as Madrid and
Cerrillos are the home to hundreds of artists and scores of galleries and shops as well as unique dining and entertainment venues. From full time practicing artists to emerging artists, to the beautiful Cerrillos Hills and Ortiz Mountains, this tour has it all.
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Destination: Cerrillos & Madrid, New Mexico
Travel the scenic Turquoise Trail and experience the village of Madrid nestled in a narrow canyon in the Ortiz Mountains. Once a historic coal mining town and ghost town, Madrid is now a creative community with over 40 shops and galleries, several restaurants, a spa and museum. A couple miles north is the quaint village Cerrillos that includes a state park with hiking paths and horseback riding. Main Street Madrid, New Mexico visitmadridnm.com Cerrillos Hills State Park cerrilloshills.org Lined with art galleries, curio shops, restaurants, cafes and a myriad of other odd offerings, Main Street in Madrid, New Cerrillos Hills State Park offers a full range of recreational, Mexico is always worth a visit. In the warmer months Madrid educational and nature-based programs held throughout is a poular destination for motorcyclists travelling the Turthe year. Activities include native grass & wildflower hikes, quoise Trail. But you don’t have to ride a motorcycle to enbird watching, landscape photography, geology, snakes, high joy this eclectic mountain town. Regular events, such as the desert animals, star gazing, lunar facts and lore with the Crawdaddy Blues Fest, Santa Fe Century Bike Race, Madrid ranger & talented guest speakers. Ballpark Folk and Blues Fest and Gypsy Festival keep visitors coming to Madrid all year long. New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 2016 | 29
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Abiquiu Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday October 8, 9 & 10, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Rio Chama near Abiquiu, NM - photo by Debbie LaRouche
Discover a new world
this Columbus Day weekend, October 8th, 9th and 10th, as more than sixty Abiquiu artists open their studios to friends, old and new, during one of the most beautiful times of the year in Northern New Mexico.
The Abiquiu Studio Tour is a self-guided tour that takes visitors and collectors through the village of Abiquiu and the surrounding Chama River Valley – a landscape of imposing mountains, spectacular rock formations and the glorious rivers of the Piedra Lumbre basin. Complimentary maps are available at all the studios and local businesses. For further information visit www. abiquiustudiotour.org or call 505-257-1004. Inhabited for centuries by Native Americans before and after the Spanish settled here in 1692, Abiquiu village is well-known internationally as the home of the renowned painter Georgia O’Keefe, who made it her permanent home. Visitors come to tour her house in the village, to visit nearby Ghost Ranch where she had a studio, and to enjoy the dramatic landscape that inspired her artistry. Abiquiu continues to attract a steadily growing community of traditional and contemporary artists. 30 | New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 2016
Images representative of the art and artists on the Abiquiu Studio Tour On view will be a vertical timeline of arts and traditional crafts of the region, from signature Native American micaceous clay pottery and Hispanic inspired retablos, santos and furniture to contemporary paintings and sculpture, a variety of Native and Southwestern themed works, photographs, jewelry, ceramics, textiles and wearable art. The range and quality of the art, the spectacular landscape and the welcoming atmosphere have made the Abiquiu Studio Tour one of the most well-attended and successful events of its kind. Experience the unique artistry of the region and explore its local color at this celebratory 23rd Annual event. Abiquiu is located on US 84, about one hour’s drive from Santa Fe.
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Los Alamos Artists Studio Tour 2016
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Los Alamos Artists Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday October 15 & 16, 2016 losalamosstudiotours.com 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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The Historic Fuller Lodge, Los Alamos, New Mexico photo by Marc-Paul LaRouche
In 2014, after an 8 year hiatus,
a couple of local artists decided to get the studio going again. Sixteen artists participated in the 2014 tour and we had visitors come from all over New Mexico and from the Balloon Fiesta to see what Los Alamos had to offer. It was a success! The 2015 tour proved to be quite successful as well. Samples of all of the artist’s work will be on display throughout the weekend in the Pajarito Room at the historic Fuller Lodge. Los Alamos has a very interesting history. We’re best known as the Atomic City and for our role in the Manhattan Project during WWII. And although our little city is steeped in science, we have so much more to offer. We have countless outdoor activities, a wonderful variety of shops and a vibrant community of artists who are ready to show off their talent.
October is a picturesque time to visit northern New Mexico. The Jemez Mountains provide a kaleidoscope of color to all who drive through. While the leaves shift from green to orange to yellow and the skies stay a brilliant shade of turquoise, you can add to the palette by visiting the homes and studios of these talented New Mexico artists.
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Red Dot Art Weekend 2016
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Silver City Red Dot Art Weekend Open Studios Saturday and Sunday October 8, 9 & 10, 2016 October 15, 16, 2016 www.silvercitygalleries.com 10:00 am to 5:00 pm nmastguide.com/2016-guide/
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For Locals and Visitors alike – there is no better time to pursue the depth and quality of art in the Silver City area than the Red Dot Art Weekends, taking place the first two weekends in October each year. This is your opportunity to meet some of the finest and most creative artists in the southwest. Enjoy this free self-guided tour of area galleries and artist’s studios, with opening receptions, live music and entertainment. Receptions, tours and restaurant specials are just some of the features of these two weekends of art, music, food and fun! Brought to you by the Silver City Art Association.
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Destination: Silver City, New Mexico
The valley that is now the site of Silver City once served as an Apache campsite. Silver City was founded in the summer of 1870. Today, Silver City is a bustling town with a diverse business community, and a four-year university.
Gila Cliff Dwellings, NM
City of Rocks State Park
For thousands of years, groups of nomadic people used the caves of the Gila River as temporary shelter. In the late 1200’s, people of the Mogollon Culture decided it would be a good place to call home. They built rooms, crafted pottery and raised children in the cliff dwellings for about twenty years. Then the Mogollon moved on, leaving the walls for us as a glimpse into the past.
Located about halfway between Silver City and Deming, City of Rocks offers camp sites, hiking trails, excellent mountain biking, wildlife viewing, birding, stargazing, picnic areas and a desert botanical garden. The uniquely designed, new Visitor Center includes a large display area and modern restrooms with hot showers. City of Rocks State Park is your official sponsor of adventure!
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Galisteo Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday October 15 &16, 2016 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Iglesia Nuestra Señora de los Remedios in Galisteo, New Mexico
Just a few minutes south of the historic city of Santa Fe is the village of Gal-
isteo centered in the magnificent Galisteo Basin. This all adobe village of some 250 residents boasts of an incredibly diverse artist population. These artists, drawn by the natural beauty of our high desert surroundings and breathtaking sunsets, have made Galisteo their home.
As you wind your way through the many studios of Galisteo, you’ll see photography, paintings, pottery and ceramic art, retablos, jewelry, bronze sculpture, weavings, many hand crafted local arts as well as tasty local fare.
Images representative of the art and artists on the Galisteo Studio Tour
For over 25 years, these artist residents have participated in one of New Mexico’s premier studio tours. This annual event is virtually the only time the public is invited to tour the private studios and meet the artists that call this classic New Mexican Village home. Much of the tour can be done on foot. The ancient cottonwoods that line the Galisteo River give portions of the tour a special ambiance rarely found in New Mexico. We hope you’ll enjoy your visit to our beautiful village.
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Dixon Studio Tour Open Studios Saturday and Sunday www.dixonarts.org/ November 5 & 6, 2016 nmastguide.com/2016-guide/ 10:00 am to 5:00 pm dixon-studio-tour-2016/
Entrance to the tasting room at La Chiripada Winery in Dixon, NM photo by Debbie LaRouche
A FALL TRADITION
The 35th annual DIXON STUDIO TOUR takes place on Saturday Nov. 5th and Sunday Nov. 6th from 9am to 5pm each day. The group show “Collected Works” will open on Friday Nov 6th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Dixon, NM.
The Dixon Studio Tour is the oldest continuously running studio tour in the state. The Tour encompasses the adjacent villages of Dixon, Embudo, Rinconada, Canoncito, and Apodaca. Nestled in the Embudo Valley where the Rio Embudo flows into the Rio Grande, it is 50 miles north of Santa Fe and 25 miles south of Taos at the junctions of NM 68 and 75. The Tour owes its longevity and popularity to many factors like the community, the proximity of the active cultural scenes of Santa Fe, Taos, Taos Pueblo, Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo, and Picuris Pueblo. Only a few miles from the Embudo Valley is the newly documented Mesa Prieta petroglyph and rock art site with over 60,000 images. Long known for its rich Hispanic heritage, productive farm lands, and pastoral beauty, in the last 30 plus years the area has attracted many artists. In 1982 two of these artists organized the first Dixon Studio Tour. People love to come to Dixon and the surrounding villages to wander among the orchards and visit the open studios featuring a wide spectrum of contemporary and traditional fine art and crafts. Each artist creates their own world so the Tour visitors seem to step between worlds, using the Tour map to make their own discoveries. The local community is included with the Mercado at the local school and the Mercadito at the Mission building. Both venues feature many homegrown and homemade local products as well as traditional New Mexican lunches. 34 | New Mexico Artists’ Studio Tour Guide 2016
Images representative of the art and artists on the Dixon Studio Tour
Established 1977 AWARD WINNING WINES Located in the heart of Dixon, NM
Complete tastings 11 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat 12 pm to 5 pm Sunday (505) 579 - 4437 lachiripada.com
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