New Mexico Gallery Guide

A selection of some of GuestLife’s favorite galleries in New Mexico, covering many genres and artists.

Chimayó Trading and Mercantile
• P.O. Box 460, Chimayó,
NM 87522, (505) 351-4566; (800) 248-7859
• Chimayó Trading del Norte
P.O. Box 578, St. Francis Church Plaza,
Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557, (505) 758-0504; (888) 758-0504
The Chimayó Trading and Mercantile Building, more than 100 years old, is a local landmark. This historic adobe gallery offers an array of art from local and nationally known artists. The collection includes Pueblo Indian pottery, paintings, Hopi kachinas and bronze sculptures. Our own jewelry line is created on premises plus we carry Navajo, Zuni and Santo Domingo jewelry, plus an extensive selection of contempory and historical Chimayo and Navajo Weavings. When in Taos, please visit our second location at the St. Francis Church Plaza in Ranchos De Taos.

David DeVary at Alternative Typestyles
145 W. Santa Fe Ave.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 438-6033
Bright yellow slickers. Hats that shield the eyes. Antique chaps. Add the cowboy’s natural body language, and surround the image with silver, copper or gold leaf. These are some of the elements Santa Fe artist David DeVary works with when he combines the romanticized, idyllic West with a sleek, contemporary feel. All his cowboys and cowgirls exude a definite attitude, while the metallic leaf makes them more of a symbol or icon, taking on a larger-than-life quality. Also at Joe Wade Fine Art, 102 E. Water St. in Santa Fe.

Envision Gallery
1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, P.O. Box 2559,
Taos, NM 87571
(505) 751-1344
Envision Gallery offers fine contemporary art in a beautiful setting — sculpture gardens featuring the kinetic Wind Sculptures of Lyman Whitaker with Taos Mountain and fields with grazing buffalo as background. View exceptional New Mexican and national contemporary artists’ works, including Taos’ master modernist, Ted Egri. Located just three miles north of Taos Plaza at the Overland Ranch Complex with its restaurants and shopping … Envision Gallery is truly a “must visit” Taos destination. Representing Ted Egri, Lyman Whitaker, Mary Wilbanks, Tracy and Adam Teitelbaum, Priscilla Robinson and others.

Expressions in Bronze Gallery / McGary Studios
2002 Sudderth Dr.,
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(505) 257-3790; (800) 687-3424
Expressions in Bronze Gallery features 14,000 square feet of display and finishing space exclusively featuring the work of world-renowned bronze sculptor, Dave McGary. McGary’s extraordinary works and depictions of Native Americans are displayed in corporate, museum and private collections throughout the nation and the world. Experience his striking images up close and watch the bronze finishing process from the second floor interior gallery windows. Open to the public Monday through Saturday.

Fenix Gallery
208-A Ranchitos Rd.,
Taos, NM 87571
(505) 758-9120
An innovative, fine art gallery featuring prominent Taos artists with national and international presence. The gallery has recently relocated to the newly renovated historic Trujillo Home across from the Harwood Museum. The gallery represents Ken Price, Lee Mullican, Bea Mandelman, Earl Stroh, Alyce Frank, Barbara Zaring, William Davis and Zoe Zimmerman, amongst others.

Gabriel Gallery
6 Banana Ln.,
Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 455-9230
Just minutes north of the opera, adjacent to the acclaimed Gabriel’s Restaurant, the 5,000-square-foot Gabriel Gallery and Sculpture Garden offer a true feast for the senses. The gallery focuses on regional artists primarily from New Mexico, Texas and Arizona. Look for, among others, oils and prints by Ed Sandoval, pastels by Ann Huston, weavings by Donna Lorraine Contractor, whimsical bronzes by Kelly Cozart and magnificent oil paintings by Carole Pigott.

Joe Wade Fine Art
El Centro, 102 E. Water St.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 988-2727
Santa Fe’s premier fine art gallery since 1971 offering an extensive and diverse collection of masterful works by prestigious artists; featuring traditional, contemporary and Western paintings, sculpture, jewelry and handmade furniture. Open year-round, Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Justin Robert Galleries, LLC
307-B Johnson St.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 982-5000
Showcases sensuous, nude, figurative, female-form, dry point engravings by Czech Master Artist TomásŠ HrŠivnácŠ. His unique insights creatively express an obvious pleasure; yet simultaneously haunting, as they often beg the question of time and space. In addition, sensuous, intellectual Raku ceramics by acclaimed Europeans Sänger, Slivova, Sliva and Koristka are harmoniously integrated with Edward Fleming’s exquisitely carved, classic marble and bronze figures. A further celebration of beauty is captured by Bill Heckel, Santa Fe sculptor and photographer. Justin Robert Galleries, LLC — sharing Johnson Street with the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum.

Manitou Galleries
123 W. Palace Ave.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Office: (505) 986-0440; Fax: (505) 986-0447
Manitou Galleries is one of Santa Fe’s most innovative and visitor/collector-friendly galleries. The spacious Palace Avenue location offers one of the finest collections of contemporary representational painting and sculpture by some of the Southwest’s most admired and collected artists. Among the list of distinguished artists are: Chinese-born master Jie-Wei Zhou, Miguel Martinez, Louisa McElwain, Roger Hayden Johnson, B.C. Nowlin, Ethelinda and figurative bronze sculptor Star Liana York. With an extensive show schedule, Manitou Galleries hosts creative gatherings for artists and the public.

Mariposa Gallery
3500 Central Ave., S.E.,
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 268-6828; Fax: (505) 268-6825
Opened in Albuquerque in 1974, Mariposa Gallery, one of the oldest craft galleries in the U.S., exhibits remarkable variety of fine contemporary craft art that is a tradition in New Mexico. Since 2000, the one and only Mariposa Gallery has been located in wonderful Nob Hill. Mariposa presents a full schedule of group and individual shows each year, including the annual theme show. Mariposa is dedicated to providing a warm, colorful, enchanting presentation that reflects the creative talent so abundant in New Mexico. Consistently chosen Albuquerque’s best gallery.

Somé Gallery
• On the Plaza, 60 W. San Francisco St.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501, (505) 983-1589
• 121 Romero St., Old Town,
Albuquerque, NM 87104, (505) 243-1120
Discerning shoppers return again and again to Somé Gallery, distinguished for its exclusive artist engagements and unique collections in fine art, glass, fine jewelry, furniture and the very best in Native American jewelry and pottery. Walk through the Somé Gallery door and immediately you are immersed in beauty. Rich and colorful, nowhere does tradition and heritage blend so effectively with modern and contemporary quite like it does in Somé Gallery. You will come away with a wonderful sense that it is as old as it is new.

tadu
110 W. San Francisco St.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 992-0100
tadu opened under the direction of Cliff Skoglund and Robert Hall in November, 2004, and has quickly emerged as a leader in Santa Fe’s elite and highly competitive art market. The gallery’s sleek, modern interior is the ideal showcase for paintings, sculpture, drawings and objects in mixed media. The gallery specializes in contemporary nonrepresentational art with innovative media, surface treatment and texture. Gallery artists are well established and represented in numerous private, corporate and public collections.

Ventana Fine Art
400 Canyon Rd.,
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 983-8815
Established in 1983, located in the historical red brick schoolhouse on Canyon Road, enhanced by quaint courtyards and beautiful sculpture gardens, Ventana is a premier showcase for contemporary American masters working in painting, sculpture and pastel. Representing Nieto, Axton, Handell, Alexander, Richardson, Burega, Bagshaw-Tindel, Cook, Robb, Noble, Ritter, Dawson, Hasson, Davis, Martin, Smith, McCune, Windsor and Jim Agius. Open Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Wahleah’s Taos Pueblo Gallery
Taos Pueblo, NM
(505) 758-9765; (505) 294-8056
Wahleah’s, a family business rooted deep in traditions of her ancestors, sits just across the river from the main Taos Pueblo building and church. The gallery features the finest art collection created by Native American peoples: weavings, jewelry, pottery, Southwestern clothing, Hopi kachinas, storytellers, traditional drums and sculptures. Wahleah’s features jewelry by Wanda Valdez, deer and buffalo skin drums painted with traditional designs by Sean Flanagan, and sculptures by Louis Archuleta and Ned Archuleta. The gallery is open during Taos Pueblo’s usual visiting hours: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Wilder Nightingale Fine Art
119-A Kit Carson Rd.,
Taos, NM 87571
(505) 758-3255
Step into a gallery of relaxed and refined elegance, featuring original works of art in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel and bronze. Traditional landscapes and still-lifes complement the works with a contemporary edge. The gallery is proud to represent Rory Wagner, a master of Native American portraiture. Also included are the lively colorful watercolors of Taos artist Tom Noble, the dramatic sunsets by Stephen Day, cloudscapes by Phil Epp and many other notable local artists. The gallery has helped new and seasoned collectors acquire art of the region for more than 11 years. Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m.