NM08 - New Mexico Gallery Guide

• Chimayó
• Santa Fe
• Taos

CHIMAYÓ

• 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. The company’s own jewelry line is created on premises plus it carries Navajo, Zuni, and Santo Domingo jewelry, plus an extensive selection of contemporary and historical Chimayó and Navajo Weavings. When in Taos, visit the second location at the St. Francis Church Plaza in Ranchos De Taos.

SANTA FE

Blue Rain Gallery
130 Lincoln Ave., Suite D Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 954-9902
Blue Rain Gallery, where innovation and tradition harmoniously co-exist in contemporary Native American and regional art. The recently expanded, spacious gallery showcases one-of-a-kind bronze and stone sculptures, paintings, Pueblo pottery, glass art, and fine jewelry. Among their nationally acclaimed artists are Tammy Garcia, Tony Abeyta, Preston Singletary, Jim Vogel, Richard Zane Smith, Randall LaGro, Gustavo Victor Goler, Larry Vasquez, and Les Namingha.

Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino
20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 455-5555; (877) 455-7775
Buffalo Thunder Resort is its own museum with nearly 200 pieces of authentic Native American art on display. The stunning collection was created by tribal artisans of pueblos throughout the state of New Mexico and includes pottery, paintings, drawings, sculptures, rugs, tapestries, carvings, and other original pieces. Buffalo Thunder Resort combines the eclectic, artistic presence of Santa Fe with luxury amenities and upscale services to offer guests a culturally significant experience beyond the usual resort vacation.

Chalk Farm Gallery
729 Canyon Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 983-7125
Chalk Farm Gallery is considered by many to be the finest gallery of its kind in the world. It was established in London in 1981 and has been in Santa Fe for seven years. Some of the world’s most sought-after artists show there, including Vladamir Kush, Michael Parkes, and Daniel Merriam. The gallery also shows spectacular glass, jewelry, and sculpture. The 3,000-square-foot space is lush with tropical plants and all set under a beautiful domed glass roof. A must see on any visit to Santa Fe. Open seven days a week.

Charlotte Jackson Fine Art
200 W. Marcy St., Ste. 101 (Corner of Marcy and Grant) Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 989-8688
Charlotte Jackson Fine Art features contemporary work by nationally and internationally known artists in a variety of mediums including painting, photography, and sculpture. Specializing in monochromatic and reductive work.

Gabriel Gallery
Hwy. 285, Exit 176 Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 455-9230
Just minutes north of the Santa Fe 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.

Galerie Esteban
241 Delgado St. Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 988-1002
A perfect symmetry of art and music. Galerie Esteban invites you to the gallery of renowned classical and flamenco guitarist, Esteban. A diverse collection of traditional art (national and international), pottery, sculpture, and Asian antiques will delight the senses. Visit the music room for guitars, CDs, instructional DVDs, video performances, and strings.

InArt Santa Fe
219 Delgado St. Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 983-6537
InArt Santa Fe is a contemporary gallery for the “hip, sophisticated collector.” The gallery is proud to offer its collectors both local and internationally known painters and sculptors who are at the top of their game. The array of mediums used by these artists is simply incredible; every piece of artwork reflects the true heart and soul of these amazing artists. A must-see for all art appreciators. Discover what’s new — InArt.

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
307B Johnson St. Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 982-5000
Showcases sensuous, nude, figurative, female-form, dry point engravings by Czech Master Artist Tomáš Hřivnáč. 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.

Marji Gallery
727 Canyon Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 983-1012
Marji Gallery is situated in the heart of Canyon Road in Santa Fe. The large space allows for numerous exhibits showing several new and established artists working in various mediums. The gallery is proud to feature the works of painters Jennifer Rasmusson, James Hoyle, Enid Williams, Debbie Rex, and Paul Yanko and the list is growing. The gallery is also heavily focused on modern and classic photography showing featured photographers Heather Protz, Richard Fenker, Jerry Robinson, and Joyce Bealer.

Pippin Meikle Fine Art
236 Delgado St. Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 992-0400
Joyful, beautiful, colorful, different — those are just some of the words uttered by collectors and viewers alike upon entering Pippin Meikle Fine Art on Delgado Street, at the corner of Canyon Road. Owners Aleta Pippin and Barbara Meikle, both artists, had a vision of founding their own gallery and that vision became reality in August 2006. In addition to Aleta’s emotionally charged abstract paintings, and Barbara’s joyful expressionistic paintings, they show the work of painter Robert Burt and sculptors Guilloume, Gilberto Romero, Nic Noblique, and Doug Wallower.

Turner Carroll Gallery
725 Canyon Road Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 986-9800
Established in 1991 by Tonya Turner Carroll and Michael Carroll, Turner Carroll Gallery represents important international contemporary fine art. The vision of the gallery since its inception is to represent historically significant artwork of our era from diverse areas of the world. Some of the museum collections which feature works by our artists include: The Vatican Museum (contemporary collection), Russian Academy of Art Foundation, Irish Museum of Modern Art, The Whitney Museum of American Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Philadelphia Museum of Art, National Museum of Women in the Arts, Museum of Modern Art, The British Museum, and the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Open 7 days a week 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

TAOS

203 Fine Art
203 Ledoux St. Taos, NM 87571
(575) 751-1262
203 Fine Art is a simply elegant contemporary art space, located in Taos on historical Ledoux Street. The gallery offers original abstract and modernist paintings in the style of the early expressionists and modernists, as well as modern sculpture. The gallery also offers a collection of early modernist works. Enjoy your visit to the gallery, as well as a stay in the exclusive and charming “Casita 203,” a nightly rental, with restaurants, art galleries, museums, and the Taos Plaza all only a stroll away.

Act I Gallery
218 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-7831
A Taos landmark offering the finest in original art since 1989, this welcoming gallery is filled with paintings, sculpture, and jewelry from emerging to established artists such as Dinah Worman, Stephen Datz, Nnamdi Okonkwo, and Ken Daggett. Enter the famous red door after strolling through the beautiful sculpture garden. Visit the Web site often as new artwork arrives daily. A visual feast awaits you!

Bill Rane Gallery
214 Ledoux St. Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-0000
Known for his luminous and colorful oil paintings, Bill Rane’s work blends the classical with the contemporary. Rane’s work is displayed in his namesake gallery on Taos’ historical Ledoux St., where you will see his enthralling, magical style that captures a stunning range from the ancient mythologies to classical motifs. The Hellenic female appears in much of his work. “Let your brushes and your paint celebrate the beauty of life tomb painter! It is remembrance of the light that ferries the soul to the far shore.” — Bill Rane

Brazos Fine Art
119 Bent Street Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-0767 (800) 659-4921
Brazos Fine Art, located in the heart of the Taos Historic District, is a destination gallery for the finest traditional and contemporary artwork in a diversity of genres and styles. The elegantly designed gallery has an old world charm and graciousness that is unique to Taos. Established in 1992, the gallery represents nationally acclaimed local and regional artists who work in oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, fused art glass, and bronze sculpture. Brazos is open daily, call for hours.

Envision Gallery
• 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(866) 758-1344; (575) 751-1344
• 129 Kit Carson Road Taos, NM 87571
(575) 751-1003
Envision Gallery offers fine contemporary art in two inspiring locations. 129 Kit Carson Road in the historical downtown district — and just three miles north of Taos Plaza at the Overland Ranch Complex. Wander the 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 at both locations. Envision Galleries are truly “must visit” Taos destinations.

Fenix Gallery
208A Ranchitos Rd. Taos, NM 87571
(575) 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, among others.

Inger Jirby Gallery and Sculpture Garden
207 Ledoux St. Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-7333; (866) 758-7333
Inger Jirby is an international artist. An expressionist/colorist, she paints exciting landscapes, interiors, and still-lifes. Inger is represented in prominent collections worldwide and in six major museums. Also featured are Fredrick Prescott, Priscilla Hoback, and Brian Two Hawks. Inger Jirby's solo show for 2008 will be at her Taos gallery on Ledoux St. on Saturday, Sept. 20, 5-7 p.m.

Johnfullbright.com
732 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(575) 737-5904
Located on Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, across from the Laughing Horse Inn and one minute walk south from Gutiz Latin French Fusion Bakery. JohnFullbright.com offers professional digital capture for sculpture and pottery, as well as fine art images taken from 20 years of worldwide travel working as a river and mountain guide. John’s personal work reflects the spirits movement through time … in his series Passing Spirits, a collection of long exposure night images. Since surviving a lightning strike in ’05, John now offers custom electric-back lit prints as well.

Las Comadres Gallery
228A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(575) 737-5323
Established in 1997, Las Comadres Women’s Gallery features award-winning artists and craftswomen whose work is recognized nationally and internationally. The group of professional Taos artists brings vision to many media: painting, photography, collage, glass, mosaics, metal work, fabric, fiber, paper weaving, and jewelry. The gallery is owned and operated cooperatively so that the group can offer exceptional quality at reasonable prices. Located centrally and open seven days a week except for major holidays. Free parking behind the gallery.

Lenny Foster’s Living Light Studio/Gallery
246-A Ledoux St. (next to Harwood Museum) Taos, NM 87571
(575) 737-9150
One of Taos’ premier photographers and Fall Arts Living Master, Lenny Foster creates exquisite images that honor the healing power and presence of Spirit. His Praying Hands collection captures moments of grace, and his ethereal sunflower series The Way of The Heart and the breathtaking compilation The Dreamtime of Horses form the basis of his collaborations with poet Dora E. McQuaid. Foster traveled internationally to develop his bodies of work, which are on display at his gallery, formerly Emil Bistram’s studio, on historical Ledoux Street.

Nichols Fine Art Gallery
403 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-2475; Fax: (575) 751-3731
Nichols Taos Fine Art Gallery is an art destination for seasoned, novice, and first time collectors alike. It proudly exhibits oil, watercolors, pastels, pencil, and charcoals of artists included in many of America’s most prestigious art organizations including Signature and Master Signature Members Oil Painters of America, the Pastel Society of America, the American Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, the National Acrylic Painters Association, the Knickerbockers Artists, the National Association of Women Artists and the Western Artist of America, to name a few. Visit at 403 Paseo del Pueblo Norte in the "Soul of the Southwest" — Taos, New Mexico.

Ortenstone Gallery
241 Ledoux St. Taos, NM 87571
(575) 737-0799
Nancy Ortenstone’s contemporary paintings capture the magic of the New Mexico light. Her color-field abstracts express the space that is nestled between reality and dream, between nature and the inner landscape. Ortenstone’s work is collected internationally and represented in several National galleries. Bruce McGaw Graphics in New York prints and distributes her work in 60 countries. “I hope the viewer experiences a continuously changing moment in my paintings. Just as our moods are in constant flux, I want my art to reflect the changing weather of the soul.” — Nancy Ortenstone

Spirit Runner Gallery
303 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-1132
A critically acclaimed Taos artist for many years, Ouray Meyers is now bringing an iconic, classic style from long ago and far away to Southwestern art. Today his art is defined, not by the complexity of the subject matter, but by the striking shapes and shadows in it, and the incredible depth — and range — of his light. Meyers is nothing if not always evolving … and he notes that his new style will remain “new” for only so long. After that he may very well come up with something else.

Taos Aerial Images
P.O. Box 5889 Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-9012
Experience the beautiful New Mexican landscape from a unique perspective — an ultralight flying machine! Chris Dahl-Bredine shares spectacular Southwestern vistas through his fine art photography. Using medium format film allows his colorful images to be printed in large sizes that maintain superb detail and resolution. Fly the southern Rockies and high deserts of New Mexico and Colorado with Chris and feel the freedom of flying like a bird!

The Taos Gallery (Formerly Terrie Bennett Gallerie)
103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-3911 Fax (575) 758-5007
Taos’ Terrie Bennett Gallerie has a new owner, Jan Mellor, and a new name — the Taos Gallery. As an interactive art space the focus of the gallery is to honor, continue, and cultivate the legacy of fine art in Taos by promoting and supporting its talented artists and community.

Wilder Nightingale Fine Art
119 A Kit Carson Rd. Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-3255
Step into a gallery of relaxed and refined elegance, featuring original works of art in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, and bronze. The gallery is proud to represent Rory Wagner, recipient of the 2006 NM Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts. Also representing watercolors by Taos artist Tom Noble; dramatic sunsets by Stephen Day; cloudscapes by Phil Epp; and works of other notable local artists. We have helped collectors acquire art of the region for more than 16 years. Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m.

Wahleah’s Taos Pueblo Gallery
Taos Pueblo Taos, NM 87571
(575) 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.