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Our town is getting ready for the holidays. We all agree that Santa Fe does Christmas like no other place; our traditions are rich and run deeply. You can feel and see the holiday spirit on our streets. The lights on the Plaza are an amazing display of color. Add a little snow, and the enchantment intensifies. We are also seeing the farolitos adorning the tops of many of the buildings around town. The combination sets Santa Fe apart.. In case you haven’t been downtown in a while, holiday shopping is the perfect reason to go. There are opportunities to find one-of-a-kind gifts at just about every shop or gallery. There’s a magic in the streets that you just don’t feel at the mall or online. It needs to be experienced in person and soaked in. When you get thirsty or hungry from your shopping escapades, our local downtown restaurants provide a warm, cozy environment. There’s even free parking downtown on Saturdays to encourage you to shop locally. Visitors come from all over the country to experience Christmas Santa Fe-style. I’m hoping you’ll join me in all Santa Fe has to offer in December. We don’t have far to go to feel that Santa Fe holiday magic. I hope it is very special for you.
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Right: Upton Ethelbah, Jr.’s (Santa Clara Pueblo/White Mountain Apache) white stone sculpture is elegantly modern, approaching abstraction yet still recognizable as a bear.
2017 Winter Indian Market December 16–17 sees 150 artists showing and selling their work at La Fonda on the Plaza. Organized by Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, better known as SWAIA, Winter Indian Market includes music, dance, and a Native Santa Claus as well as Native artists showing jewelry, sculpture, pottery, and more. Painter Nocona Burgess (Comanche), stone and bronze sculptor Greyshoes (Upton Ethelbah, Jr.) (Santa Clara Pueblo/White Mountain Apache), and potter Marcellus Medina (Zia Pueblo) are among the artists showing at this event. Whether you are a serious collector, are looking for last-minute Christmas gifts, or just enjoy the gentler pace of SWAIA’s smaller event, Winter Indian Market is a must for your December calendar.—Lisa Van Sickle Winter Indian Market, December 16, 9 am– 5 pm, December 17, 10 am–3 pm, $10, $15 for both days, La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco, swaia.org
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Champagne, Chocolates & Cheer The annual fundraiser for the Santa Fe Artists’ Medical Fund (SFAMF) is always one of the biggest parties of the holiday season. About 250 professional artists create 6 x 6" artwork, and 600 or more people show up for a silent auction, glasses of bubbly, and chocolates. Bidding gets fierce! The idea for SFAMF began in 1996, when artist Armond Lara became concerned about the number of his peers unable to buy health insurance, and the financial burdens they faced if injury or serious illness struck. (While laws taking effect in 2014 made it possible for all individuals to buy insurance, the fund is still needed to help with expenses.) Over the last 21 years, several hundred artists have benefitted. Expect to see pieces from many of your favorite Santa Fe artists, and keep a close eye on the pieces you want to take home, lest someone outbid you when you’re not looking.—LVS E v ent
Right: Wyndham Blagden’s landscape is among the 6 x 6" pieces in the show.
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A bracelet by Wesley Willie (Diné) is reminiscent of the work of Charles Loloma (Hopi), one of Willie’s influences.
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Champagne, Chocolates & Cheer, December 17, 2–5 pm, free, 1222 Flagman Way (behind The Raven Fine Consignments), santafeartistsmedicalfund.org
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Welcome to Santa Fe! Santa Fe is rated one of the top ten destinations in the world for its abundance of high-quality art, shopping, historic attractions, outdoor adventures, food, and entertainment. In 2017, National Geographic crowned Santa Fe with a World Legacy Award in the Sense of Place category. Santa Fean NOW is a great hands-on source of information for all that’s happening around town. Whether you’re a local resident, first-time visitor, or a regular, NOW has the listings you need to navigate hundreds of weekly gallery openings, live music, and more to make the most of your time here. For insider insights and tips, please stop by our Visitor Centers at the Downtown Santa Fe Plaza, Santa Fe Railyard, or just off the Plaza at the Community Convention Center. This summer check out Santa Fe’s worldclass art and culture markets, notably the International Folk Art Market, Spanish Market and Indian Market. The Santa Fe Artist Market opens up again through December on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. next to the fabulous Santa Fe Farmer’s Market. Be sure to check out some of The Santa Fe Margarita Trail’s 31 stops as well. If you do not already have a passport for the Trail, stop by a Santa Fe Visitors Center or one of our participating restaurants. There are so many things going on to enhance your visit to Santa Fe—rated by 2015 Conde Nast Reader’s Awards as #3 Best Small City In The United States with the #5 highest score in the world. Have a wonderful time in The City Different,
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The Cathedral Basilica provides a perfect setting for Santa Fe Desert Chorale's holiday concerts.
The Nutcracker Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (ASFB) presents the annual performances of The Nutcracker December 16–17. More than 60 dancers—drawn from ASFB’s professional ranks, visiting artists, and students of all ages from the School of the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet—fill the stage at the Lensic Performing Arts Center for four performances. E. T. A. Hoffman’s story, set to P. I. Tchaikovsky’s score, debuted 125 years ago in St. Petersburg. Although not considered a success at first, it has become a staple of the holiday season. Since the choreography utilizes several styles of dance, ASFB brings a Chinese ribbon dancer, a Russian couple, and an aerialist to the stage for sections of the ballet, as well as the more typical toe shoes and of course, tutus galore.—LVS performance
The Nutcracker, December 16 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm and December 17 at 1 pm and 5 pm, $36–$94, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco, aspensantafeballet.com
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Below: A fierce battle between soldiers and an army of mice, led by the Rat King, is a highlight of Act I of the ballet. In ASFB’s production, an actual storybook keeps the plot moving along.
performance The winter holidays demand song, and no one does it any better than Santa Fe Desert Chorale. Home for the Holidays, the chorale’s annual winter program, premieres Saturday. The group is made up of 24 singers from across the country, selected by audition. Some are in their debut seasons, while others have come to Santa Fe to sing for ten years or more. Music Director Joshua Habermann has selected traditional and less familiar carols and lullabies for the concert series. The two oldest pieces are from Spain: Tomás Luis Victoria’s Ave Regina Caelorum, a 16th century setting of a 12th century prayer; and Ríu Ríu Chíu, a Spanish carol attributed to Mateo Flecha, also writing in the 16th century. Contemporary composers are well represented, including Americans Eric Whitacre and Bryan Johanson. After an intermission, the concerts conclude with settings of familiar Christmas songs, carols, and spirituals.—LVS
Home for the Holidays, $10–$80, December 16, 8 pm, Cristo Rey Church, 1120 Canyon, and December 21–23, 8 pm, Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, 131 Cathedral Pl, desertchorale.org
GLOW 2017 When contemplating December activities, a walk through a botanical garden may not seem like an obvious choice. When it’s December 15–31 at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden (SFBG), it’s a great choice. Every Above: Santa Fe Botanical Garden is evening from 5–8 pm elaborately lit for GLOW. (except December 24 and 25) SFBG presents GLOW 2017. Thousands of lights illuminate the Garden’s plants, a laser show lights up the sky, and various art exhibits are lit to enjoy as well. A different group provides entertainment each evening, and performers include Mariachi Buenaventura, bluegrass band Railyard Reunion, and drag performer Bella Gigante. Food and drink are available, and the gift shop stays open for holiday shopping.—LVS e v ent
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Desert Chorale’s 35th Anniversary Winter Festival
GLOW 2017, December 15–31, 5–8 pm, $8–$10, children 12 and under free, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, santafebotanicalgarden.org
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Seven months until the next International Folk Art Market! In the meantime, catch their holiday boutique on Saturday.
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Gary Vigil Inn and Spa at Loretto, 211 Old Santa Fe Trl
December 14 thursday Songs of Peace Loretto Chapel, 207 Old Santa Fe Trl
The Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble performs old and new choral music of the holiday season. $20–$35, 6:30 pm, sfwe.org.
Acoustic guitar and smooth vocals from Gary Vigil each Thursday in the Inn at Loretto’s Living Room. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-988-5531, destinationhotels.com/inn-at-loretto.
Jono Manson La Boca Taberna, 125 Lincoln
Singer, songwriter, guitarist, and music producer. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-982-3433, labocasantafe.com.
Brother E. Clayton El Mesón, 213 Washington
Santa Fe Art Classes Santa Fe Art Classes, 621 Old Santa Fe Trl
A weekly, two-hour step-by-step painting class for beginners. $55, 6–8 pm, 575-404-1801, santafeartclasses.com.
Dana Smith Upper Crust Pizza, 329 Old Santa Fe Trl
Soul and blues. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.
Sierra La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
Classic country and rock. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.
Swing West Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Singer-songwriter plays original, countrytinged folk songs. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-982-0000, uppercrustpizza.com.
Thursday evening in the bar. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
Marc Sanders Osteria d‘Assisi, 58 S Federal
Sean Healen El Farol, 808 Canyon
Pianist and vocalist in the piano lounge. Free, 6 pm– close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com. 4
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Singer-songwriter. Free, 9–11:45 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.
Limelight Karaoke Palace Restaurant and Saloon, 142 W Palace
Michéle Leidig hosts karaoke at the Palace each Thursday. Free, 10 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.
Architect/Photographer Dr. Fred Block Foto Forum Santa Fe, 1716 Paseo de Peralta
Writer Susan Morgan talks about Block, a commercial photographer who specialized in architecture, arts, crafts, and industry in mid-century California. $5 suggested donation, 5:30 pm, 505-470-2582, fotoforumsantafe.com.
Ninth Annual Holiday Players Event Collected Works Bookstore and Coffeehouse 202 Galisteo
Ali MacGraw, Bob Martin, Carol and Jim McGiffin, and Jonathan Richards present holiday stories and poems. The featured authors will include Kenneth Grahame, Damon Runyon, Dylan Thomas, Dr. Seuss, and others. Free, 6 pm, 505-988-4226, collectedworksbookstore.com.
December 15 friday Railyard Artisan Market Farmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de Peralta
Local art, photography, jewelry, ceramics, glasswork, textiles, food, and a 5 pm visit from Santa. Free, 3–8 pm, 505-983-4098, artmarketsantafe.com.
International Folk Art Market: Artist Reception International Folk Art Market, 620 Cerrillos
Photographer Tony Bonanno has donated this dramatic image to the Santa Fe Artists’ Medical Fund for their silent auction on Sunday.
The International Folk Art Market holds a reception for Andrea Usai, a traditional jeweler from Sardinia. Free, 5–8 pm, 505-992-7600, folkartalliance.org.
Eternal Summer String Orchestra of Santa Fe First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe, 208 Grant
J. S. Bach, W. F. Bach, and Gustav Holst. Free, donations appreciated, 5:30 pm, 505-982-8544, fpcsantafe.org.
Sevda Choir San Miguel Mission, 401 Old Santa Fe Trl
Music from Albania, Bulgaria, Corsica, Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, Macedonia, Serbia, and Ukraine, performed by a 14-person mixed choir led by Willa Roberts. $10–$20, 7:30 pm, facebook.com/SevdaChoir.
All-new flamenco show with dancers Antonio Granjero and Estefania Ramirez, musicians Francisco Orozco (Yiyi) and Angel Ruiz. Doors open at 6:30 pm for dinner service. $25–$40, 7:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.
Navajo Weaving and Vintage Native American Jewelry Show True West, 142 Lincoln
Meet Bob Ward of Four Corners Trading, showing a large selection of fine contemporary Navajo weavings and vintage Native American jewelry, including concha belts. Free, 10 am–5 pm, 505-982-0055, truewestgallery.com.
‘Tis the Golden Season Patina Gallery, 131 W Palace
(See page 13.) Free, 5–7 pm, 505-986-3432, patina-gallery.com.
Christmas/Chanukah Party Steve Elmore Indian Art, 839 Paseo de Peralta
(See page 12.) Free, 4–7 pm, 505-995-9677, elmoreindianart.com.
Voices OTA Gallery, 203 Canyon
(See page 13.) Free, 5:30–7 pm, 505-930-7800, otacontemporary.com.
Jhenna Quinn Lewis: Solo Exhibition Meyer Gallery, 225 Canyon
(See page 13.) Free, 5–7 pm, 505-983-1434, meyergalleries.com.
"400" holiday block pARTy 400 Block of Canyon
(See page 12.) Free, 3–7 pm, 505-983-0433, canyoncontemporary.com.
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Holiday Flamenco Performance El Flamenco de Santa Fe, 135 W Palace
Peter Olson | Photo Ceramica Peters Projects, 1011 Paseo de Peralta
A show of photographs and ceramics decorated with photographic images. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-954-5762, petersprojects.com.
Kim Dickey | Unshielded Peters Projects, 1011 Paseo de Peralta
Dickey’s ceramic sculptures hover in a place between heroism and imperfection, heraldic imagery and architectural ornamentation. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-954-5762, petersprojects.com.
Ray Turner | Population Peters Projects, 1011 Paseo de Peralta
Turner show portraits of Santa Feans, painted on 12 x 12" panes of glass in a limited palette. The show is a fundraiser for the Santa Fe Independent Film Festival. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-954-5800, petersprojects.com.
Kenton Nelson | Taming Nature Peters Projects, 1011 Paseo de Peralta
New and older paintings with a voyeuristic undertone. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-954-5800, petersprojects.com.
Reckless Abandon: Performance form & concept, 435 S Guadalupe
Thais Mather unites a number of feminist artists for a series of performances amid the artworks of the Reckless Abandon exhibition. $5–$10, 5–7 pm, 505-982-8111, formandconcept.center.
Abstract Expressionism and Segue into the 1960s David Richard Gallery, 1570 Pacheco
Nina Tryggvadottir: Paintings from 1952–1963 and Alcopley: 1950–1965, Selections in Oil, Watercolor, and Ink both open. Tryggvadottir (1913– 1968) was one of Iceland’s best-known artists, creating geometric and lyrical abstract paintings. Alcopley (1910–1992), her husband, was an abstract expressionist. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-983-9555, davidrichardgallery.com.
Margaret Fitzgerald: Refuge David Richard Gallery, 1570 Pacheco
Margaret Fitzgerald’s large-scale compositions are rooted in Abstract Expressionism, yet capture the socio-political tension of our time. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-983-9555, davidrichardgallery.com.
Inaugural Opening East of West, 2351 Fox Rd # 600
East of West represents the work of contemporary artists from the Middle East, South Asia, Africa, and their diasporas. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-570-7708, eastofwestonline.com.
Freddie Schwartz Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
Acoustic guitar and vocals. Free, 12–3 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com. December 14, 2017 NOW 5
Living Nativity First Baptist Church, 1605 Old Pecos Trl
Come visit the living nativity. Live animals, actors manning a reproduction marketplace, warm bonfires, Christmas music, cookies, hot apple cider, and coffee. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-983-9141, fbcsantafe.com.
December 16 saturday Santa Fe Artists Market Santa Fe Railyard, Market St
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A market featuring works in various media by local artists, held just north of the water tower. Free, 8 am– 1 pm, 505-310-8766, santafeartistsmarket.com.
Sevda Choir performs music from the western edge of the Silk Road, where Europe and Asia meet. Friday at San Miguel Chapel.
Gary Paul Upper Crust Pizza Eldorado, 5 Colina
Hot pizza, cool brews, tall tales, and engaging songs from singer, guitarist, and songwriter Gary Paul. Free, 5:30–8:30 pm, 505-471-1111, uppercrustpizza.com.
Mystic Lizard Second Street Brewery, 1814 Second St
Classic bluegrass. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-982-3030, secondstreetbrewery.com.
Sky Wilson Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
Piano and vocals on Canyon Road. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com.
Kodama Trio Second Street Brewery at the Railyard 1607 Paseo de Peralta
Charlie Brown Christmas and other favorites. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-989-3278, secondstreetbrewery.com.
Ronald Roybal Hotel Santa Fe, 1501 Paseo de Peralta
Native American flute and Spanish classical guitar. Free, 7–9 pm, 855-825-9876, ronaldroybal.com.
Jesus Bas La Boca Taberna, 125 Lincoln
Guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Free, 7–10 pm, 505-982-3433, labocasantafe.com.
Bill Forrest Vanessie, 427 W Water
Piano and vocals, standards, 1970s and current pop. Free, 7–10 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Prayers Meow Wolf, 1352 Rufina Cir
AMP Concerts and Meow Wolf present this electronic duo which brings an authentic urban feel to Goth music. $17–$20, 7–11:30 pm, 505-395-6369, meowwolf.com.
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Jazz piano trio with guest musicians. Free, 7:30– 10:30 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.
Pleasure Pilots La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
Chango Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Rock covers from the 1970s on. Free, 8:30 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
Perfect StrangR Camel Rock Casino, 17486 US-84
Country-Western band in the bar. Free, 8:30 pm– 12:30 am, 505-765-1505, camelrockcasino.com.
Nosotros Palace Restaurant and Saloon 142 W Palace
Latin music. $7, 10 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.
GLOW Winter Lights Event Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo
(See page 3.) $10, 5–8 pm, 505-471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Winter Indian Market La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
International Folk Art Market Holiday Boutique International Folk Art Market, 620 Cerrillos
R&B in La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 8–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.
Classic rock. $5, 9–11:45 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.
Folk and tribal art, antiques, jewelry, and much more. Free, 8 am–3 pm, 505-250-8969, elmuseocultural.org.
(See page 1.) $10–$15, 9 am–5 pm, 505-983-5220, swaia.org.
The Three Faces of Jazz El Mesón, 213 Washington
C. S. Rockshow El Farol, 808 Canyon
El Museo Cultural Winter Market El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe 555 Camino de la Familia
The International Folk Art Market’s Holiday Boutique at its new location. Art and crafts from around the world. Free, 9 am–5 pm, 505-992-7600, folkartalliance.org.
Eldorado Arts and Crafts Holiday Pop Up Agora Shopping Center, 2 Avenida Vista Grande Thirty artists in three store fronts at the Agora Shopping Center in Eldorado will show a variety of fine arts and crafts. Free, 10 am–4 pm.
Deck the Hall First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe 208 Grant
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Jeweler Pat Flynn shows in Patina Gallery’s ‘Tis the Golden Season. The show opens Friday evening.
Antieau Gallery, 134 W Water
Join Antieau Gallery Santa Fe for a screening of A Love Letter To Tom Waits, a documentary film on the life and work of Chris Roberts-Antieau, followed by a Q & A discussion with the gallery. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-983-9529, antieaugallery.com.
Santa Fe Farmers Market Farmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de Peralta
Fresh produce and handmade goods from local vendors. Free, 8 am–1 pm, 505-983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com.
Navajo Weaving & Vintage Native American Jewelry Show True West, 142 Lincoln
Meet Bob Ward of Four Corners Trading, showing a large selection of fine contemporary Navajo weavings and vintage Native American jewelry. Free, 10 am–5 pm, 505-982-0055, truewestgallery.com. favorites. Natasha Stojanovska performs a solo piano set. Guest appearances by singers Christina Martos and Carlos Archuleta. $10–$20, 4 pm, 505-231-8802, corodecamara-nm.org.
Taos Chamber Music Group: Joyeux Noël Harwood Museum, 238 Ledoux, Taos
TCMG celebrates the holidays with the music of France. Maurice Ravel, Philippe Gaubert, Saint-Saëns with featured performer pianist Gleb Ivanov. $12–$25, 5:30 pm, 575-758-9826, taoschambermusicgroup.org.
Lauria & Kott San Miguel Chapel, 401 Old Santa Fe Trl
Folk, Americana, and soul, including songs from Lauria’s latest album, When I’m an Angel. $20, 6:30 pm, 505-690-5907, lauriamusic.com.
Home for the Holidays Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 1120 Canyon
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Half Broke Horses Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Honky-tonk and Americana. Free, 1 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
Lisette De La Paz Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
Guitar and world music on Saturday afternoons. Free, 1–4 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com.
Doug Montgomery Vanessie, 427 W Water
Classical, Broadway, and originals. Free, 6–8 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Busy McCarroll Band Second Street Brewery at the Railyard 1607 Paseo de Peralta
Pop, rock, and jazz. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-989-3278, secondstreetbrewery.com.
All Artists Show: New Works GF Contemporary, 707 Canyon
David Geist and Leslie Livingston Pranzo Italian Grill, 540 Montezuma
(See page 13.) Free, 3–5 pm, 505-983-3707, gfcontemporary.com.
Special holiday show in the Geist Cabaret, with Broadway musician David Geist at the piano keys. $2, 6–9 pm, 505-984-2645, pranzosantafe.com.
Gallery Talk David Richard Gallery, 1570 Pacheco
Sky Wilson Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
The daughter and son-in-law of Nina Tryggvadottir and Alcopley discuss their work in the show Abstract Expressionism and Segue into the 1960s. Free, 4–5 pm, 505-983-9555, davidrichardgallery.com.
Saturday Jazz Collected Works Bookstore & Coffeehouse 202 Galisteo Iconik Downtown presents jazz in the café area. Free, 11 am–1:30 pm, 505-988-4226,
Piano and vocals on Canyon Road. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com.
Swing Soleil Second Street Brewery, 1814 Second St
Gypsy jazz. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-982-3030, secondstreetbrewery.com.
Phyllis Love Osteria d‘Assisi, 58 S Federal
Piano and vocals in the piano lounge. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.
(See page 3.) $25–$80, 8 pm, 505-988-2282, desertchorale.org.
The Nutcracker Lensic Performing Arts Center 211 W San Francisco
(See page 3.) $54–$94, 2 pm and 7:30 pm, 505-988-1234, ticketssantafe.org.
Dr. Fred Block was a photographer who documented mid-century California. Susan Morgan speaks about him Thursday at Foto Forum Santa Fe.
Saturday Night Flamenco El Farol, 808 Canyon
Flamenco and authentic Spanish cuisine. $25 with dinner reservation, 6:30 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.
Holiday Flamenco Performance El Flamenco de Santa Fe, 135 W Palace
All-new flamenco show with dancers Antonio Granjero and Estefania Ramirez, musicians Francisco Orozco (Yiyi) and Angel Ruiz. Doors open at 6:30 pm for dinner service. $25–$40, 7:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.
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Dance Monster: Soul Clap Meow Wolf, 1352 Rufina Cir
Eldorado’s artists are having a holiday pop-up show at the Agora Shopping Center this Saturday.
Elyte and Cnyce’s paths were crossed for all time when a Sun Ra light beam sent from Saturn collided with the P-Funk Mothership. $16–$19, 9 pm–2 am, 21+, 505-395-6369, meowwolf.com.
Band With No Name Palace Restaurant and Saloon, 142 W Palace
Music for Saturday evening. $5, 10 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.
Guy Cross: Holy Misery Phil Space, 1410 Second St
Axle Contemporary Press holds a book release, signing, and reading. In this graphic novel, Cross uses photos and text to tell a story of drugs, sex, crime, and a descent into darkness in 1980s Santa Fe and Los Angeles. Free, 2–4 pm, reading at 3 pm, 505-670-5854, axleart.com.
GLOW Winter Lights Event Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
(See page 3.) $10, 5–8 pm, 505-471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Living Nativity First Baptist Church, 1605 Old Pecos Trl
Come visit the living nativity. Live animals, actors manning a reproduction marketplace, warm bonfires, Christmas music, cookies, hot apple cider, and coffee. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-983-9141, fbcsantafe.com.
Performance: Tara Khozein and Rhonda Taylor form & concept, 435 S Guadalupe
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Tara Khozein and Rhonda Taylor’s improvisational performance melds instrumentals, vocals and gestures. $5–$25, 7–8:30 pm, 505-982-8111, formandconcept.center.
Ronald Roybal Hotel Santa Fe, 1501 Paseo de Peralta
Pigment Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Native American flute and Spanish classical guitar. Free, 7–9 pm, 855-825-9876, ronaldroybal.com.
Jam band in the bar. Free, 8:30 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
Ryan Finn Quartet El Mesón, 213 Washington
Showcase Karaoke Tiny’s, 1005 S St. Francis
Trombonist Finn and his quartet. Free, 7:30–10:30 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.
Bill Forrest Vanessie, 427 W Water
Piano and vocals, standards, 1970s and current pop. Free, 8–10 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Pleasure Pilots La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
R&B in La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 8–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com. 8
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Karaoke night, hosted by Nanci and Cyndy. Free, 8:30 pm–12:30 am, 505-983-9817, tinyssantafe.com.
Perfect StrangR Camel Rock Casino, 17486 US-84
December 17 sunday El Museo Cultural Winter Market El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe 555 Camino de la Familia
A weekly market offering folk and tribal art, antiques, jewelry, and much more. Free, 9 am–4 pm, 505-250-8969, elmuseocultural.org.
Winter Indian Market La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
(See page 1.) $10–$15, 10 am–3 pm, 505-983-5220, swaia.org.
Railyard Artisan Market Farmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de Peralta
Country-Western band in the bar. Free, 8:30 pm– 12:30 am, 505-765-1505, camelrockcasino.com.
Local art, photography, jewelry, ceramics, glasswork, textiles, food, live music, and more. 10 am–4 pm, 505-983-4098, artmarketsantafe.com.
Controlled Burn El Farol, 808 Canyon
Champagne, Chocolates, & Cheer! Santa Fe Modern, 1222 Flagman Way
Rock covers and originals. $5, 9–11:45 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.
(See page 1.) Free, 2–5 pm, santafeartistsmedicalfund.org.
Chanukah on the Plaza Santa Fe Plaza
Celebrate Jewish pride with a grand menorah lighting and celebration on the Plaza. Acrobatics by Aerial Aura, giant menorah lighting with Congressman Ben Ray Luján and Mayor Javier Gonzales, music by Jono Manson, latkes, chicken soup, dreidels, and more. Free, 3 pm, santafejcc.com.
Taos Chamber Music Group: Joyeux Noël Harwood Museum 238 Ledoux, Taos
Michael Umphrey Osteria d‘Assisi, 58 S Federal
Guitar and vocals in the lounge. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.
Doug Montgomery Vanessie, 427 W Water
Classical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6:30–9:30 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Nacha Mendez La Boca Taberna, 125 Lincoln
Latin music in many forms. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-982-3433, labocasantafe.com.
TCMG celebrates the holidays with the music of France. Maurice Ravel, Philippe Gaubert, Saint-Saëns with featured performer pianist Gleb Ivanov. $12–$25, 5:30 pm, 575-758-9826, taoschambermusicgroup.org.
Western swing and classic country. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
The Nutcracker Lensic Performing Arts Center 211 W San Francisco
Winter Hike Cerrillos Hills State Park Co Rd 59
(See page 3.) $54–$94, 1 pm and 5 pm, 505-988-1234, ticketssantafe.org.
Navajo Weaving & Vintage Native American Jewelry Show True West, 142 Lincoln
Meet Bob Ward of Four Corners Trading, showing a large selection of fine contemporary Navajo weavings and vintage Native American jewelry, including concha belts. Free, 10 am–5 pm, 505-982-0055, truewestgallery.com.
The Ease and Joy of Mornings Upaya Zen Center 1404 Cerro Gordo
A morning of gentle contemplation. Maia Duerr offers meditation instruction, leads periods of sitting and walking meditation, and gives a dharma talk. Register in advance. By donation, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 505-986-8518, upaya.org.
Bill Hearne Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Mild daytime temperatures and soft light make it the perfect time to explore the park on this guided hike. $5 per vehicle, 11 am–1 pm, 505-474-0196, emnrd.state.nm.us.
GLOW Winter Lights Event Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo
(See page 3.) $10, 5–8 pm, 505-471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
December 18 monday Monday Night Swing Odd Fellows Lodge, 1125 Cerrillos
A weekly swing dance with a preceding class. $8 ($3 without class), class 7 pm, dance 8–9:30 pm, santafeswing.com.
Sugar Mountain Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Freddie Schwartz Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
Neil Young tribute band. Free, 12 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
Acoustic guitar and vocals. Free, 12–3 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com.
Gustavo Pimentel La Fonda on the Plaza 100 E San Francisco
Michael Umphrey Osteria d‘Assisi, 58 S Federal
Classical guitar in La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 6–8:30 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.
Guitar and vocals in the lounge. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.
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Doug Montgomery Vanessie, 427 W Water
Classical, Broadway, and originals. Free, 6:30–9:30 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Santa Fe Great Big Jazz Band Tiny’s Restaurant and Lounge 1005 S St. Francis
King Kong (1933) Thu: 4:30 pm Rebels on Pointe Thu: 7:00 pm Psychopaths Thu: 9:00 pm Wonder Wheel Fri: 2:30, 4:45, 7:00, 9:10 pm Sat–Sun: 12:20, 2:30, 4:45, 7:00, 9:10 pm Mon: 4:45, 7:00, 9:10 pm Tue–Wed: 2:30, 4:45, 7:00, 9:10 pm
Geeks Who Drink Draft Station, 60 E San Francisco
A homegrown pub trivia quiz. Free, 7 pm, 505-983-6443, draft-station.com.
Bill Hearne Trio La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
Country tunes from the Bill Hearne Trio in La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.
Cowgirl Karaoke Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Karaoke stalwart Michéle Leidig hosts at the Cowgirl each Monday night. Free, 9 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
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GLOW Winter Lights Event Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
(See page 3.) $10, 5–8 pm, 505-471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. Jane Thu: 6:00, 8:00 pm Fri: 11:45 am, 1:45, 3:45, 5:45, 8:15 pm Sat: 11:30 am, 1:30, 4:00, 6:00, 8:00 Sun: 11:30 am, 1:30, 4:00, 6:00, 8:00 pm Mon–Wed: 12:00, 2:00, 4:00, 6:00, 8:00 pm The Breadwinner Fri: 2:00, 6:00 pm Sat–Sun: 2:00, 6:15 pm Mon–Wed: 1:45, 5:45 pm The Shape of Water Thu: 7:15 pm Lady Bird Thu: 12:45, 2:45, 4:45 pm Fri: 12:00, 4:00, 8:00 pm Sat–Sun: 12:00, 4:15, 8:15 pm Mon–Wed: 11:45 am, 3:45, 7:45 pm
December 19 tuesday Chanukah on Ice Genoveva Chavez Community Center 3221 Rodeo Rd
Celebrate Chanukah while ice skating to Chanukah music. Games, refreshments, and other activities. Free, skate rental $3, 3–5 pm, santafejcc.com.
Argentine Tango Milonga El Mesón, 213 Washington
A weekly Argentine tango dance event. $5, 7:30–11 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.
Radical Southwest: Easy Rider Wed: 7:00 pm Loving Vincent (Final Shows) Mon–Wed: 2:00, 6:00 pm Faces Places (Final Shows) Mon–Wed: 12:00, 4:00 pm Thelma (Final Shows) Mon–Tue: 8:00 pm see ccasantafe.org for prices and location
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Classical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6–8 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Santa Fe Bluegrass Jam Derailed, 725 Cerrillos
Local bluegrass musicians get together to play. All are welcome to bring an instrument and join in. Free, 6–8 pm, 505-412-1842, santafesageinn.com.
Michael Umphrey Osteria d‘Assisi, 58 S Federal
Guitar and vocals in the lounge. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.
Chuscales La Boca, 72 W Marcy
Flamenco guitarist. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-982-3433, labocasantafe.com.
Enchanted Sounds of the Southwest El Flamenco de Santa Fe, 135 W Palace
Concert performance on Native flute and Spanish guitar. Ronald Roybal’s unique musical portrayal of the lands and peoples of the American Southwest engages audiences of all ages. $20, 7:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com, ronaldroybal.com.
Bill Hearne Trio La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
Country tunes from the Bill Hearne Trio in La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.
Geeks Who Drink Boxcar, 530 S Guadalupe
A homegrown pub trivia quiz modeled after those in Ireland and the UK. The quizzes cover everything from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Free, 8 pm, 505-988-7222, boxcarsantafe.com.
Bill Forrest Vanessie, 427 W Water
Piano and vocals, standards, 1970s and current pop. Free, 8–10 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
Gary Gorence Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Covers and originals. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com. Rebecca Tobey’s ceramic cat has plans to attend the block party on Canyon Road Friday evening.
Santa Fe Farmers Market Farmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de Peralta
Fresh produce and handmade goods from local vendors. Free, 8 am–1 pm, 505-983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com.
Freddie Schwartz Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
Acoustic guitar and vocals. Free, 12–3 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com.
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500 Years Thu: 2:15 pm
Nostalgic big band music with vocalist. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-983-9817, tinyssantafe.com.
Doug Montgomery Vanessie, 427 W Water
Open Mic Night Tiny’s, 1005 S St. Francis
Tiny’s welcomes performers of all stripes to its stage every Tuesday night. Free, 8–10 pm, 505-983-9817, tinyssantafe.com.
Canyon Road Blues Jam Band El Farol, 808 Canyon
El Farol’s longtime blues outfit jams out each Tuesday. Free, 8:30 pm–12 am, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.
GLOW Winter Lights Event Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Santa Fe Crooners Palace Restaurant and Saloon 142 W Palace
Five vocalists sing the songs of Sinatra, Mercer, Darin, and more. Free, 6:30–9 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.
Bill Forrest Vanessie 427 W Water
(See page 3.) $10, 5–8 pm, 505-471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Piano and vocals, standards, 1970s and current pop. Free, 6:30– 9:30 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.
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Daniele Spadavecchia El Mesón 213 Washington
A Baroque Christmas Loretto Chapel, 207 Old Santa Fe Trl
Santa Fe Pro Musica Baroque Ensemble with Avery Amereau, contralto, and Deborah Domanski, mezzosoprano, alternating performances, will play music of the Baroque, including traditional carols. $20–$80, 6 pm and 8 pm, 505-988-4640, santafepromusica.com.
Home for the Holidays Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi 131 Cathedral Pl
Santa Fe Desert Chorale presents carols and lullabies from across the Americas. Joshua Habermann conducts. $20–$80, 8 pm, 505-988-2282, desertchorale.org.
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Gypsy jazz and romantic guitar. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.
Little Leroy and His Pack of Lies La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco
Rock and dance music in La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.
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Joseph Teichman Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S Guadalupe
Folk and country. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.
Holiday Flamenco 2017—The Little Match Girl Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie
Companía Chuscales and Mina Fajardo will present a Christmas flamenco extravaganza, The Little Match Girl, based on the short story by Hans Christian Andersen. $20–$25, 7 pm, 505-310-5455, teatroparaguas.org.
Wednesday Open Studio—Painting Mantecon Studio, 123A Camino Teresa
Open painting class each Wednesday. All levels welcome, materials provided. $55, 1:30–4:30 pm, 505-428-9469, manteconstudio.com.
Freddie Schwartz Caffe Greco, 233 Canyon
Acoustic guitar and vocals. Free, 12–3 pm, 505-820-7996, caffegrecosantafe.com.
Phyllis Love Osteria d‘Assisi, 58 S Federal
Piano and vocals in the piano lounge. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.
Geeks Who Drink Second Street Brewery at the Railyard 1607 Paseo de Peralta
A homegrown pub trivia quiz modeled after those in Ireland and the UK. The quizzes cover everything from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Free, 8 pm, 505-989-3278, secondstreetbrewery.com.
Free Figure Drawing Sessions Artisan Santa Fe, 2601 Cerrillos
Draw from a live, clothed model. Space is limited, so come early for a good seat. Please, no painting, sculpture or pastels. Chairs provided, bring your own easels. Models will accept tips. Free, 11 am–1 pm, 505-954-4180, artisan-santafe.com.
GLOW Winter Lights Event Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
(See page 3.) $10, 5–8 pm, 505-471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Taps and Tabletops Jean Cocteau Cinema, 418 Montezuma
A free tabletop game night hosted every Wednesday by the Jean Cocteau—play one of the house’s selections or bring a game from your own stash. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-466-5528, jeancocteaucinema.com.
City Tours
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“400” holiday block pARTy Canyon Road Contemporary Art, Mark White Fine Art, Pippin Contemporary, Ventana Fine Art, Wiford Gallery 400 block of Canyon Road, December 15, 3–7 pm
Five galleries along the 400 block of Canyon Road collaborate for a mid-December Friday evening holiday celebration. Farolitos, bonfires, music, and holiday food and drink welcome shoppers to the party. The participating galleries are offering art pieces ranging in price from $50 to $1,000—perfect for gift-giving. Complimentary gift bags are available for smaller items. With artists as diverse as painter Aleta Pippin, ceramic sculptor Kari Rives, and metalworker Suzanne Donazetti taking part, there is bound to be something for every taste.—Lisa Van Sickle
Left: Doug Gillis, #639, kiln-formed glass on aluminum and wood, 20 x 20 x 3"
Below: The outdoor kiln where Hopi artist Rachel Sahmie fires her pottery.
Christmas/Chanukah Party Steve Elmore Indian Art elmoreindianart.com 839 Paseo de Peralta December 15, 4–7 pm
Steve Elmore Indian Art is throwing a party in celebration of the holidays around the winter solstice. The gallery’s new Navajo rug room will be open, and refreshments will be served. Master potter Rachel Sahmie (Hopi) will make the trip from First Mesa, Arizona, to Santa Fe to be at Steve Elmore Indian Art. Sahmie is a fifth-generation Native American potter who has won awards at many major shows. She continues to use the techniques and materials handed down through her family, building pots by hand from coils of native Hopi clay and pitfiring them in the traditional way. The matriarch of Hopi pottery, Nampeyo, was Sahmie’s greatgrandmother. The gallery will display works from all five generations of this esteemed Hopi family.—LVS
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Below: Nancy Michel, red and gold earrings, 18-kt and 22-kt yellow gold, red coral, 1 3/4 x 5/8"
’Tis the Golden Season Patina Gallery 131 W Palace patina-gallery.com December 15–January 14 Reception December 15, 5–7 pm This winter, all that glitters at Patina Gallery is indeed gold. Owners Ivan and Allison Barnett opened Patina Gallery in 1999, and have carried handmade jewelry since the beginning. ’Tis the Golden Season reflects the magic of gold, and includes paintings, ceramic sculptures, and jewelry. Pat Flynn, a contemporary jeweler from upstate New York, will have pieces in the show. Flynn combines iron with 24-kt gold dust, juxtaposing materials as humble as nails with gold, palladium, and precious stones while playing matte black iron against bright, glittery gold and gems. Flynn understands that fine jewelry is an investment, often purchased to mark special occasions. “I know my jewelry pieces mean a lot to people . . .” he says. “They are so important, such a keepsake.”—LVS All Artists Show: New Works GF Contemporary 707 Canyon gfcontemporary.com December 16–30 Reception December 16, 3–5 pm With all new works from their roster of 16 artists, GF Contemporary hosts a winter show and reception with light refreshments and hot cider. Artists planning to attend the reception include sculptor Pascal Pierme along with painters Gigi Mills, Clayton Porter, and Kathleen McCloud. All works in this special exhibit will be priced under $2,000—perfect to give as gifts this holiday season, or even to keep for yourself.—Amanda N. Pitman Above: Michael Azgour, Dressing Room, oil on canvas, 40 x 30"
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Above: Kiyomi Baird, Warrior, Voices oil on board, 48 x 36 x 1 1/2" OTA Contemporary 203 Canyon otacontemporary.com Through January 25 Reception December 15, 5:30–7 pm OTA Contemporary presents a group show including the work of Kiyomi Baird, Jacob Burmood, David Clark, Carlos Frias, Hernan Gomez Chavez, Mario Martinez, August Muth, Somers Randolph, and Nola Zirin. The work is varied. Randolph sculpts sinuous shapes from stone; Muth creates holographs; Frias, Martinez (Pasqua Yaqui Tribe), and Zirin are all abstract painters—although the work of each is distinct— and Baird’s oil paintings reflect metaphysical concerns and her Japanese heritage. One of Canyon Road’s newest galleries, OTA Contemporary opened earlier in 2017 with a view to “inspire curiosity and human passions.” The work they exhibit is decidedly contemporary. Voices will be the first time Jacob Burmood, sculptor, and David Clark, who works in encaustic monotypes, have shown in Santa Fe.—LVS
Jhenna Quinn Lewis: Solo Exhibition Meyer Gallery 225 Canyon meyergalleries.com December 15–31 Reception December 15, 5–7 pm Jhenna Quinn Lewis’s paintings are studies in contrast. Neutral, almost featureless backgrounds play against highly colored foregrounds. Elements from the natural world are placed in conjunction with manmade objects. Spare composition accents focal points that leave out no detail. A small, single songbird is caught in a rare moment of repose, before again taking flight. Lewis is a still life painter, typically of birds. She is fond of a quote from 18th-century English naturalist Gilbert White: “The language of birds is very ancient, and, like other ancient modes of speech, very elliptical: little is said, but much is meant and understood . . .”. Studies in the Japanese tea ceremony and flower arranging, and appreciation of historic Japanese painting and printmaking also inform her work. The small oil paintings are exquisite in their simplicity, saying little, and in their detail, meaning much.—LVS Left: Jhenna Quinn Lewis, In Anticipation, oil on board, 8 x 6"
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