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VENTANA FINE ART

400 Canyon Road • Santa Fe, NM 87501 • 505-983-8815 • 800-746-8815 • www.ventanafineart.com

AXTON - “Dawn at Pemaquid” • 16" x 20" • Oil

DAWSON - “Beyond the Briars” • 14" x 15" • Pastel ISENHOUR - “Sage II” • 10" x 10" • Oil

HUBBLE - “Globe Mallow Meadow” • 20" x 16" • Oil MCCUAN - “Near Grove Ferry, Kent” • 20" x 16" • Oil

SILENT AUCTIONS • ARTIST SLOW DRAWARTISTS’ RECEPTION & LIVE AUCTIONSaturday, May 7, 2016 • 10am to 6pm

Canyon Road Spring Art Festival

JOHN AXTON • DOUG DAWSON • ROD HUBBLENATASHA ISENHOUR • BARRY MCCUAN

Friday, May 6, 2016 • 5 to 7pm

Canyon Road Spring Art Festival Group Show

Canyon Road Spring Art FestivalJoin These Wonderful Artists:

Friday, May 6 5 pm - 8 pm RECEPTION FOR THE ARTISTS Saturday, May 7 10 am - 3 pm PAINTING IN THE GARDEN FOLLOWED

BY A RECEPTION AND AUCTION AT THE BIG TENT AT WIFORD GALLERY

MARSHALL NOICE | MATTHEW HIGGINBOTHAM | ANDRÉE HUDSONDOMINIQUE BOISJOLI | TRACEE MATTHEWS | PATRICK MATTHEWS

MIKE MCKEE | SANDY KELLER | SHARON MARKWARDT | APRIL DEMING

622 Canyon Road • Santa Fe, NM 87501waxlander.com • 505.984.2202 • 800.342.2202

Waxlander Gallerycelebrating thirty-two years of excellence

nowLIKE SANTA FE’S SPRING WEATHER, Canyon Road presents to us a variety of experiences. The art is top notch, there’s beautifully made jewelry–and some of Santa Fe’s finest restaurants are here as well. But something much more special originates from this road: a feeling. One cannot help but feel the history in the old adobes, appreciate the irregularities in the architecture, and delight in the treasure troves that await inside. Kudos to these shops, galleries, restaurants, and other enterprises that give visitors and locals alike such a wonderful variety of reasons to come and visit. This is the perfect weekend to do just that, as there are many ways to connect with art and the vibe of Canyon Road at the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival, a weekend of community and exploring. I look forward to spending Saturday (dressed appro-priately—I remember last year’s snow) at the Festival, savoring all the creativity that Canyon Road can deliver. There are plenty of reasons to celebrate this beloved road, and they’re listed in the following pages.

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Artist John Pugh finishes his latest illusionary mural in the Railyard. Commissioned by George R. R. Martin, this painting, embodying the theme of hatching and reawakening, is one of over 250 murals Pugh has painted around the world. artofjohnpugh.com

John Pugh (left) George R. R. Martin (right)

Bloom BotanicaSanta Fe School of Floral Design

We believe in creating ART in floral design and life-long learning! Come be a part of our world of designing with

fresh flowers. Getting in touch with NATURE is a

known positive path to relaxation and stress relief.

Get creative by experiencing HANDS-ON floral design.

Groups are welcome! A floral design class

makes an excellent gift! 1731 2nd St.

Studio A 505-577-2553

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nowWe celebrate our city of neighborhoods every day, with festivals and special events for residents and visitors alike. On Thursday, April 28, Pacheco Park (1512 Pacheco), an innovative business complex, is throwing open its doors for Bark at the Park, a benefit supporting the Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Santa Fean NOW publisher Bella Media, along with the 20+ other Pacheco Park businesses, invites you to meet us, taste some wonderful food, enjoy marimba music, and participate in the raffle to support the shelter. Bring your vaccinated and well-behaved dogs!

Next weekend, Canyon Road comes alive with the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival (May 6–7), which supports the Music in the Schools Program. Artists will be up and down the street painting and creating beautiful art, while a silent auction and live auction (conducted by Yours Truly) will begin at 5 PM on Friday, in front of Wiford Gallery. You’ll be able to read more about this festival in next week’s NOW, which will be dedicated to the Canyon Road fun. Let’s celebrate spring!

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Mark White, Canyonlands Reflections, Oil on canvas, 36 x 36 inches

Mark White Fine Art is a proud participant in 2016’s Canyon Road Spring Art Festival on Friday May 6th and Saturday, May 7th.

414 Canyon Road, Santa Fe, NM 87501 visit www.markwhitefineart.com or call 505-982-2073 for more information

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Mark White, Canyonlands Reflections, Oil on canvas, 36 x 36 inches

Mark White Fine Art is a proud participant in 2016’s Canyon Road Spring Art Festival on Friday May 6th and Saturday, May 7th.

414 Canyon Road, Santa Fe, NM 87501 visit www.markwhitefineart.com or call 505-982-2073 for more information

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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, attractions, outdoor adventures, food and entertainment. 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 extra tips and insider insights, 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 May you don’t want to miss the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival Mother’s Day Weekend May 6–7, the Outside Bike & Brew Fest May 19–22 or The Native Treasures Indian Arts Festival May 28–29. Be sure to check out our incredible Santa Fe Farmers Market in The Railyard on Tuesdays & Saturdays. There are so many things going on to enhance your visit to Santa Fe—rated by 2015 Conde Nast Reader’s Awards as #2 Best Small City In The United States with the sixth highest score in the world. Have a wonderful time in The City Different, Javier M. GonzalesCity of Santa Fe, Mayor

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evening helps pair collectors with the unique artworks created during the Slow Draw event. A portion of the auction’s proceeds will benefit public school music programs, and Bruce Adams, the publisher of Santa Fean and Santa Fean NOW, will serve as auctioneer.

Bonnie French, CRMA president and director of Waxlander Art Gallery & Sculpture Garden, says, “Here on Canyon Road, the Spring Art Festival honors local, national, and international artists, and nestled within the galleries are paintings and sculptures by these same groups of artists. . . . Combined with the rich history and congeniality of the road, any visitor can get the feeling of world travel while staying in the heart of Santa Fe.”

For artist and bidder registration information, as well as a detailed schedule of events and general information about the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival, check visitcanyonroad.com.—Stephanie Love

Top, left: Waxlander Gallery artist Dominique Boisjoli paints in the garden.

Artists Matthew Higginbotham (above, left) and Gina Rossi (above, right) are staples of Santa Fe’s live painting scene.

Left: Rebecca Haines paints live at Pippin Contemporary.

Canyon Road Spring Art Festival Canyon Road’s artistic legacy is celebrated May 6–7

during the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival (CRSAF), an annual public event held along the famous half-mile-long street. More than 100 artists from around the country—with styles ranging from abstract to figurative, traditional to contemporary—make this Canyon Road Merchants Association (CRMA) event the unofficial kickoff to Santa Fe’s biggest art season.

“The Canyon Road Spring Art Festival is a unique and exuberant event, as it showcases the extraordinary talents of artists while they create live art in one exhilarating day, in one of the most exceptional art districts the world has known,” says CRMA secretary Nancy Ouimet, owner and director of Canyon Road Contemporary Art. “The tradition of live art has always been what sets Canyon Road apart from other districts.”

On May 6, in addition to the usual Friday night show openings (which are typically accompanied by refreshments and often feature live music), galleries will host artist demonstrations, lectures, and other goings-on. That evening and the following day, many galleries will also host silent auctions.

During the Slow Draw on May 7, 60 Canyon Road artists will take to the street—rain or shine—to complete an original work, providing both locals and visitors a chance to experience Santa Fe’s plein air tradition firsthand. The live auction that occurs later in the

Canyon Road Spring Art Festival free activities

Various locations alongCanyon Road will host:Artist Slow Draw 10 am–3 pm Silent auctions 10 am–4 pm

Wiford Gallery & Sculpture Garden (403 Canyon) will host:Student musicians performing 1–2:30 pm

Live auction registration 3–5 pm

Silent auction 3–6 pm Cocktail reception 4 pm Live auction 5 pm

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Coinciding with the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival, Canyon Fine Art hosts a grand celebration to announce new artists and reveal the gallery’s recent makeover. Along with music and food, beloved local artists Lange Marshall, Joseph Breza, Margret Carde, and Daniel Bethune will be painting live during the Slow Draw. To complement its new look, Canyon Fine Art has added several artists to its roster, including local painter Regina Foster, whose distinguished graphic style brings a more contemporary flavor to the gallery. “The metaphor of a canyon-as-passageway feels really relevant to our new identity,” says Canyon Fine Art director and part-owner, Hether Bearinger. “It reflects both our place in the community of historic Canyon Road and the transformative effect nature and art offer each of us personally in terms of a sense of connection—to a more expansive self, to a sense of place, and to a social consciousness.”—SL

Grand Opening (reopening), May 7, 2–6 pm, Canyon Fine Art, 205 Canyon, canyonfineart.com

To celebrate Violet Crown Cinema’s first anniversary on May 8, the theater plans to donate portions of its ticket sales to the Santa Fe Public Schools’ Adelante program, which offers food, clothing, and other resources to more than 1,700 local children and youth experiencing homelessness. “We saw Adelante as a good cause for the future of Santa Fe,” says Peter Grendle, the Crown’s general manager. “We felt compelled to celebrate the warm welcome we’ve received by giving back to the community that supports us.” Movie showings for the Violet Crown’s May 8 anniversary are available on their website.

Over the last year, the Violet Crown’s blend of casual dining and luxurious cinema viewing has become a favorite among casual moviegoers and habitués alike. “We have a theater where people want to go without even knowing what movie they want to watch,” says Grendle. “A place with something for everyone was our mission.”

A wide choice of films, from independent to blockbuster, play on the Crown’s 11 screens, where giant but cozy seats with trays and stainless steel cup holders await patrons who opt for in-theater dining. The café, standing on its own as a worthy restaurant, offers a variety of locally sourced menu items, while at the bar, beneath a hollowed out and refurbished train car, moviegoers can order from a selection of wines and 30 draft beers.—Joseph Case

Fundraiser for SFPS Adelante, May 8, $9–$11, Violet Crown Cinema, 1606 Alcaldesa, santafe.violetcrown.com

Violet Crown Cinema’s first anniversary and fundraiser

Author Matt Donovan at Collected Works Prize-winning poet and essayist Matt Donovan, cochair of the Creative Writing and Literature Department at Santa Fe University of Art and Design, will be signing his newest book, A Cloud of Unusual Size and Shape, at Collected Works on Thursday, May 5. Billed as “[Donovan’s] first foray into nonfiction with an essay collection about the flawless connections between antiquity and the present, personal experience and historical events, architecture and art and literature,” the work follows its cloud-themed muse from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius near Pompeii to the atomic bomb detonations over Hiroshima and Nagasaki.—Anne Maclachlan

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impact on the baby. Many Mothers volunteers provide support in the early months that helps reduce the stress.”—Whitney Spivey

Many Mothers, 1315 S St. Francis, 505-983-5984, manymothers.org

Children aren’t born with instruction manuals, yet asking for parenting help is often considered taboo. That’s an attitude Many Mothers—a Santa Fe nonprofit that provides free emotional and physical support to any local family following the birth or adoption of a baby—hopes to change.

Trained volunteers are matched with families in need for up to three months, six months in the case of twins or triplets. “Some parents may need someone to hold the baby while they shower, bathe, or sleep,” explains Executive Director Nancy Guthrie. “Other parents may need someone to listen, help them apply for a job, or fold laundry. There are a few things we don’t do, like care for pets and heavy housekeeping, but for the most part our volunteers are there to help reduce the stress and isolation associated with bringing home a newborn, and what that entails varies from parent to parent.”

Although Many Mothers’ in-house support is open to any Santa Fe family regardless of income level, some of its programs are geared toward low-income households. The Hoop House Program, for example, supplies families in need with free greenhouse gardens that enable them to grow fresh vegetables. And new this month, baby boxes filled with basic supplies will be available to cash-strapped families.

“Changes in the structure of our society mean that mothers often don’t have the support from extended family or religious communities the way they did in the past,” Guthrie says. “Postpartum depression and isolation are still big issues for mothers of newborns and can create stress that has a negative

Many Mothers: parenting doesn’t haveto be done alone

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Arts and Design Student ExhibitionSanta Fe Community College, 6401 RichardsSanta Fe Community College’s Visual Arts Gallery presents an exhibition by students of the Arts & Design program at SFCC. Selections from coursework in architectural design, book arts, ceramics, drawing, fashion design, fine woodworking, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, printmaking, santero carving, and sculpture are featured. More than 120 pieces of student work are on display in the Visual Arts Gallery. Free, 4:30–6 pm, 505-428-1501, sfcc.edu.

Paint MomentSanta Fe Art Classes, 612 Old Santa Fe Trl Ste 16A weekly, two-hour guided painting class. $45, 6–8 pm, 575-404-1801, santafeartclasses.com.

General Technique Flamenco ClassesSanta Fe School of Flamenco, 1730 Camino Carlos Rey #5A general technique adult flamenco class. $30, 5:30–6:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.

Rededication CeremonyMountain Cloud Zen Center, 7241 Old Santa Fe TrlYamada Ryoun Roshi, Head Abbot of the Sanbo Zen Society in Kamakura, Japan, will officiate at a rededication ceremony at Mountain Cloud Zen Center (MCZC). The ceremony will rededicate MCZC as a practice center for the local Santa Fe community, as well as for national and international students, and commemorate its direct connection to the Sanbo Zen lineage. Free, ceremony at 5 pm, reception immediately following, 505-988-4396, mountaincloud.org.

“Chimayó Beyond the Santuario”Museum of Spanish Colonial Art, 750 Camino LejoDon J. Usner describes the Santa Cruz valley plazas, which formed the pattern of settlement of Northern New Mexico, and discusses the plazas’ associated chapels and distinctive communities. Members free, non-members $8, 12–1 pm, 505-982-2226, spanishcolonial.org.

Gary VigilInn and Spa at Loretto, 211 Old Santa Fe TrlAcoustic 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.

Gerry CarthyEloisa, 228 E Palace Traditional Irish folk music from Gerry Carthy in Eloisa’s Bar Alto, located on the Drury’s 5th floor. Free, 6–9 pm, 505-982-0883, eloisasantafe.com.

Tucker BinkleyOsteria d‘Assisi Restaurant and Piano Bar, 58 S FederalPiano man Tucker Binkley plays Osteria every Tuesday through Saturday. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.

Bob FinnieVanessie, 427 W WaterPiano and vocals, standards plus 1960s and ‘70s pop. Free, 7–10 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Pat Malone and Jon GaganEl Mesón, 213 WashingtonJazz guitar and bass at El Mesón. Free, 7–9 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.

C. S. RockshowLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoC.S. Rockshow with Don Curry, Pete Springer & Ron Crowder. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

ChangoCowgirl BBQ, 319 S GuadalupeGreat songs, high-energy shows, and deft musicianship delivered with a sense of humor and a sound that is uniquely Chango. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

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The 2016 Canyon Road Spring Art Festival will be held May 6–7.

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Artists of all stripes will be painting up and down Canyon Road this weekend. Above, Andrée Hudson paints outside Waxlander Art Gallery. Stop by Ventana Fine Art, Mark White Fine Art, Sage Creek Gallery, Meikle Fine Art, Acosta Strong Fine Art, Gallery 901, and many others to watch.

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Russell Scharf and Jazz ExplosionThe High Note, 132 WaterRussell Scharf and Jazz Explosion with special guests at The High Note. $10, 8 pm and 9:30 pm, 505-231-9918, highnotesantafe.com.

Sol Fire El Farol, 808 CanyonRock infused with pop, R & B, and Latin influences at El Farol. Free, 8:30–11 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.

Latin NightSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoVDJ Dany spins hip-hop, salsa, cumbia, merengue, and more. $7, 10 pm–1:45 am, 21+, 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

Lilly Pad LoungeSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoDJ Rebel Frog spins Golden Era hip-hop and funk. $7, 10 pm–1:45 am, 21+, skylightsantafe.com.

Limelight KaraokePalace Restaurant and Saloon, 142 W PalaceMichéle Leidig hosts karaoke at the Palace. Free, 10 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.

Matt Donovan: Book SigningCollected Works Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 202 GalisteoPrize-winning poet and essayist Matt Donovan will be signing his newest book, A Cloud of Unusual Size and Shape. The work follows its cloud-themed muse from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius near Pompeii to the atomic bomb detonations over Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Free, 6 pm, 505-988-4226, collectedworksbookstore.com.

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Back to Work 50+Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards An event for women aged 50+ on job search strategies and tools and information on how job seekers can apply to get access to scholarships, job coaching, academic training, career retooling, and employers—all free. Learn how to update personal marketing tools and networking strategies, target a job search on in-demand jobs, get job leads, manage finances, update computer skills, and more

while looking for the next job. Free, 10 am–12 pm, 505-428-1348, aarp.org/backtowork50plus.

First Presbyterian’s TGIF SeriesFirst Presbyterian Church Santa Fe, 208 GrantRick Beaubien, baritone, and Lydia Madrick, piano, present Part One of Schubert’s Winterreise. Free, 5:30–6 pm, 505-982-8544, fpcsantafe.org.

First Friday Open HouseRalph T. Coe Foundation for the Arts, 1590B PachecoSee the Coe Foundation’s Native art collections and visit with staff to learn about the organization’s mission the first Friday of each month. Free, 1–4 pm, 505-983-6372, ralphtcoefoundation.org.

Screening of Citizen Min in New Mexico By Holly YasuiNew Mexico History Museum, 113 LincolnThe documentary film-in-progress commemorates a little-known hero of the Japanese American civil rights movement, Minoru Yasui, who was recently awarded a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom. The film also presents a historic encounter between Min and Senator Pete Domenici in Albuquerque in 1984. Min’s daughter, Holly Yasui, will be in New Mexico for a free screening of selected scenes from Citizen Min in New Mexico, readings from her biographical play Citizen Min, and a discussion between Yasui and the audience. Free, 5:30–7:30 pm, 505-476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org.

Special Exhibit Closing: Tradition and InnovationAdobe Gallery, 221 Canyon (See page 27.) A native of Santa Clara Pueblo, Pablita Velarde embraced her role as one of the very first female Pueblo painters. Velarde’s daughter, Helen Hardin, expertly combined Pueblo motifs with an abstract sensibility. This show beautifully highlights the works of these influential artists. Free, 4–6 pm, 505-955-0550, adobegallery.com.

Canyon Road Spring Art Festival Group ShowVentana Fine Art, 400 Canyon(See page 27.) Opening reception for a show of new works by John Axton, Doug Dawson, Rod Hubble, Natasha Isenhour, and Barry McCuan, the five artists who will paint at the gallery during the weekend festival. Free, 5–7 pm, 800-746-8815, ventanafineart.com.

Cody Hooper, Gina Rossi, and Rebecca HainesPippin Contemporary, 409 Canyon(See page 27.) Hooper’s abstract acrylics, Rossi’s colorful cloud paintings, and Haines’s expressive animal portraits exemplify the variety of contemporary art found along Canyon Road. The three artists will paint during Saturday’s Slow Draw event. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-795-7476, pippincontemporary.com.

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David Gray: ReflectiveSage Creek Gallery, 421 Canyon(See page 28.) Reflective, a one-person show by David Gray, will be on display at Sage Creek Gallery through May 20th. Both figurative and still life paintings will be on exhibit. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-988-3444, sagecreekgallery.com.

Gary Denmark: Megaliths and CairnagesEl Zaguan, 545 Canyon, Ste 2This body of work is a departure for Denmark, who has been known for his color abstractions. Megaliths and Cairnages refers to compositions inspired by rock forms. The pieces are initially designed from photographs that are cut and collaged into sketches which are then used as the foundation for the canvasses. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-983-2567, historicsantafe.org.

Two Concurrent Solo Exhibitions: Unsung Memories and IntersectChiaroscuro Contemporary Art, 558 Canyon Two concurrent solo exhibitions. Dick Evans presents Unsung Memories, paintings reflecting the abstract elements in the New Mexico landscape, and Penny Truitt shows new ceramic and steel sculptures, Intersect. Free, opening reception 5–7 pm, 505-992-0711, chiaroscurosantafe.com.

Reception for the ArtistsWaxlander Gallery, 622 Canyon(See page 28.) Marshall Noice, Andrée Hudson, Matthew Higginbotham, Dominique Boisjoli, Mike McKee, Sandy Keller, April Deming, Terrell Powell, Tracee Matthews, and Patrick Matthews will be present. Several of the artists—Boisjoli, Noice, and Tracee and Patrick Matthews—will be painting at the gallery throughout the week. Free, 5–8 pm, 505-984-2202, waxlander.com.

Meet the ArtistsAcosta Strong Fine Art, 640 Canyon

Jack Dunn, Robert Reynolds, Evelyne Boren, and Jim Jennings will be featured at an artists’ reception and silent auction at the gallery, and each will participate in the Slow Draw on Saturday. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-982-2795, acostastrong.com.

Grand Opening Christopher Martin Gallery, 644 Canyon(See page 25.) Grand opening event celebrating the gallery’s first spring season in Santa Fe. See Christopher’s reverse glass painting technique which achieves a depth and luminosity unattainable with traditional canvas. Also presenting sculptures by Michael Enn Sirvet. Free, 5–8 pm, 505-303-3483, christopherhmartin.com.

In the Night KitchenNüart Gallery, 670 CanyonSantiago Pérez’s new solo exhibition explores the absurdist tradition through a contemporary lens. His whimsical pieces allow pure imagination to shine through his iconic characters. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-988-3888, nuartgallery.com.

Interactive Art FestivalGallery 901, 708 CanyonFive artists are highlighted, beginning with a silent auction of pieces by Karen Frey, Catherine Kirkwood, Dean Mabe, Eddy Shorty, and Angel Wynn. These artists will participate in the Slow Draw on Saturday. Free, 5–8 pm, 505-780-8390, gallery901.org.

Giving Voice to Image: Poetry ReadingsViVO Contemporary, 725 Canyon(See page 27.)Ten New Mexico writers each paired up with a gallery artist to create poetry inspired by that artist’s work for the Giving Voice to Image exhibit. Select poems will be read, and books featuring the art and poetry from the show will be offered for sale. Free, 5:30 pm, 505-982-1320, vivocontemporary.com.

Walter Robinson WeekendTurner Carroll Gallery, 725 Canyon(See page 28) In conjunction with his Alcoves

Lowriders, Hoppers, & Hot Rods at the New Mexico History Museum.

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16/17.2 exhibition at the New Mexico Museum of Art, mixed media artist Walter Robinson will be featuring his work at Turner Carroll. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-986-9800, turnercarroll.com.

Annie O’Brien Gonzales: Floriography—The Language of FlowersThe Globe Gallery, 727 Canyon (See page 26.) O’Brien Gonzales is drawn to the color, scent, and mystery of flowers. The language of flowers, floriography, has been practiced in many different cultures for centuries and appears in music, literature and art. Gifts of flowers have been used to send coded messages and express feelings which cannot be expressed in words. These paintings of flowers are an expression of the artist’s feelings. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-989-3888, globefineart.com.

Viewing of Silent Auction Art Alexandra Stevens Gallery of Fine Art, 820 Canyon(See page 28.) Alexandra Stevens Gallery of Fine Art proudly presents the gallery’s silent auction artworks. Bidding opens at 5 pm. Artists Ruth Valerio and Peggy McGivern will be present for this reception, and also from 1–3 pm for Saturday’s live painting event at the gallery, part of the festival’s Slow Draw event. Free, 5–6:30 pm, 505-988-1311, alexandrastevens.com.

Reception: WomanEdition One Gallery, 1036 CanyonWoman, photographs featuring varied interpretations and experiences of womanhood in the United States and other cultures, hosts a special reception. The photographers, mostly from Santa Fe, will attend. This unique show has been extended through June 14. Free, 5–8 pm, 505-570-5385, editionone.gallery.

This Enchanted Landscape: New Paintings by Stephen Day and Peggy ImmelSorrel Sky Gallery, 125 W Palace(See page 28.) Two New Mexican plein air artists are highlighted in this captivating landscape show at Sorrel Sky Gallery. These virtuoso painters—Stephen Day, known for his stunning sunsets, and Peggy Immel, Master Signature Member of the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico—prefer working outdoors in order to better capture the ever-changing light of the Southwest. Free, 5–7:30 pm, 505-501-6555, sorrelsky.com.

Bellas FigurasVERVE Gallery of Photography, 219 E MarcyThe group photography show Bellas Figuras and works of Diana Hooper Bloomfield. Following this opening reception, on May 7 at 2 pm, the gallery will host a talk with these four artists. Through June 11. Free, 5–7 pm, 505-982-5009, vervegallery.com.

AsylumSITE Santa Fe, 1606 Paseo De PeraltaWith this exhibition, the Young Curators hope to bring light to current events and prevalent issues related to the concepts surrounding asylum. Through May 29. $10, $5 seniors, free under 18 and on Fridays, 6–7 pm, 505-989-1199, sitesantafe.org.

Student Curated Show- Intimate InqueeryInstitute of American Indian Arts, 83 Avan Nu PoIndigenous Queers Plus (IQ+) Club hosts an art show, live paint, and open mic. Free, 7 pm–12 am, 505-424-2351, iaia.edu.

National Public Gardens DayGeorgia O’Keeffe Museum Research Center, 135 GrantEver wanted to check out the garden behind that white picket fence? As part of First Friday, the Georgia O’Keeffe is throwing open the gate! Join us for music, art activities, and garden tours at the Research Center, just steps away from the Museum’s galleries. Free, 4–6 pm, 505-946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org.

Tucker BinkleyOsteria d‘Assisi Restaurant and Piano Bar, 58 S FederalPiano man Tucker Binkley plays Osteria. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.

Doug MontgomeryVanessie, 427 W WaterClassical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6–8 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Bob FinnieVanessie, 427 W WaterPiano and vocals, standards plus 1960s and ‘70s pop. Free, 8 pm–close, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

The Three Faces of JazzEl Mesón, 213 WashingtonSanta Fe’s swinging jazz piano trio plays El Mesón with special guest musicians. Free, 7:30–10:30 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.

David GeistPranzo Italian Grill, 540 MontezumaShow tunes and other favorites in the Geist Cabaret, with Broadway musician David Geist at the piano keys. $2, 6–9 pm, 505-984-2645, pranzosantafe.com.

Ronald RoybalHotel Santa Fe, 1501 Paseo de PeraltaNative American flute and Spanish classical guitar music from Ronald Roybal. Free, 7–9 pm, 855-825-9876, hotelsantafe.com, ronaldroybal.com.

The Noms & RevivaSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoTwo Albuquerque bands at Skylight: alternative, Americana, folk, rock, and pop from the Noms, Burqueño, reggae, and rock from Reviva. $10, 7–10 pm, 21+, 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

Night TrainLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoBlues band in the La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 8–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

DK and the AffordablesCowgirl BBQ, 319 S GuadalupeHailing from the thriving metropolis of Los Alamos, DK & The Affordables kick out a jiving, jumping variety of roots music that is intended to get you moving. Free, 8:30 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

Boomroots CollectiveEl Farol, 808 CanyonHip hop and reggae live at El Farol. $5, 8:30–11:29

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640 Canyon Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501www.acostastrong.com

Artist Reception May 6, 5-7pm

Live Demonstrations May 7, 11-3pm

Evelyne Boren Jim Jennings

Robert ReynoldsJack Dunn

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pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com

The Alchemy PartySkylight, 139 W San FranciscoDJs Dynamite Sol and Poetics spin hip-hop, top 40, and reggae. $7, 9 pm–1:45 am, 21+, 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

ChangoPalace Restaurant and Saloon, 142 W PalaceRock and roll covers from the 1970s to the ‘90s plus originals. $5, 10 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.

May 7 saturday

Santa Fe Artists MarketRailyard Park, 1611 Paseo de PeraltaA market featuring works in various media by local artists, held near the Farmers Market. Free, 8 am–1 pm, 505-414-8544, santafeartistsmarket.com.

Outdoor Fine Art ShowFirst National Bank Parking Lot, 122 W PalaceThe Santa Fe Society of artists present paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, and more. Free, 9 am–5:30 pm Saturday and Sunday, santafesocietyofartists.com.

Placitas Open Studio Tour The Placitas Mountain Craft & Soirée Society will sponsor the 19th Annual Placitas Studio Tour, featuring Placitas artists who are opening their studios for a fascinating and fun behind-the-scenes peek at their artwork. Free, 10 am–5 pm, 505-867-2450, placitasstudiotour.com.

Spring Choral ConcertSanta Fe Community College, 6401 RichardsThe Santa Fe Community College Chorus teams up with the SFCC Chamber Singers for the Spring Choral Concert. Musical pieces include madrigals, folk songs, and works by Anton Bruckner, Morten Lauridsen, Z. Randall Stroope, Gerald Near, and Johannes Brahms. Free, 2 pm, 505-428-1731, sfcc.edu.

I Saw The Mystery: Lifesongs In Concert 2016Lensic Performing Arts Center,

211 W San FranciscoLifesongs Concerts, a project of the Academy for the Love of Learning, are the culmination of months of creative collaboration between elders artists, community members, youth, and people in hospice. The performances celebrate the voices of our elders, the insights gained at end-of-life, and the extraordinary alchemy of intergenerational creative exchange. $10–$100, 7 pm, 505-988-1234, aloveoflearning.org.

Flamenco Dinner ShowEl Farol, 808 CanyonA weekly flamenco dinner show held each Saturday at El Farol. $25, 6:30 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.

Noche de FlamencoEl Mesón, 213 WashingtonFlamenco show featuring Joaquin Gallegos and La Emi. $10, 7–10 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.

How To Let Go and Love All the Things Climate Can’t ChangeCenter for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos TrlBenefit for New Energy Economy includes dessert. Oscar Nominated director Josh Fox (Gasland) will present his new documentary from Sundance. Fox travels to 12 countries where he profiles people and communities adversely affected by climate change. $16, 7 pm, 505-989-7262, newenergyeconomy.org.

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Santa Fe Farmers MarketFarmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de PeraltaFresh produce and handmade goods from local vendors. Free, 8 am–1 pm, 505-983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com.

Layers in TimeFree Form Art Space, 1619 C de Baca LnIlse Bolle, multi-layered handmade paper and encaustic constructions, and Sally Chiu, oil on canvas paintings, take an abstracted view of experiences, visions, and nature. Live music by Jerry Weimer and Mario Febres. Through May 29. Free, 4–6 pm, 847-219-5323, freeform.com.

Introductory Flamenco ClassesSanta Fe School of Flamenco, 1730 Camino Carlos Rey #5An introductory adult flamenco class. $30, 10–11 am, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.

General Technique Flamenco ClassesSanta Fe School of Flamenco, 1730 Camino Carlos Rey #5A general technique adult flamenco class. $30, 11 am–12:15 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.

Creative Myths and MonstersThe Center for Spiritual Living, 505 Camino De Los MarquezNew Mexico Women in Film is teaming up with author and member Julia Cameron to raise funds for filmmaker scholarships. Cameron is offering a one day workshop, Creative Myths and Monsters, based on her best-selling book, The Artists’ Way. This workshop will appeal to writers, filmmakers, and seekers of all walks of life who may want to jump-start their creative process, look at challenges with fresh eyes, and be introduced to a larger creative community. $100 members, $125 non-members, 10 am–5 pm, nmwif.org.

Santa Fe Chiles Dixieland Jazz BandCowgirl BBQ, 319 S GuadalupeJust what the band’s name says! Free, 1 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

Folk Art FleaMuseum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino LejoShop for amazing folk art of every type and from countries around the world at bargain prices. This happens only once a year. Find treasures. Proceeds

benefit the educational program and exhibit creation at the Museum of International Folk Art. Free, 10 am–4 pm, 505-476-1201, internationalfolkart.org.

Tucker BinkleyOsteria d‘Assisi Restaurant and Piano Bar, 58 S FederalPiano man Tucker Binkley plays Osteria. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.

Doug MontgomeryVanessie, 427 W WaterClassical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6–8 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Bob FinnieVanessie, 427 W WaterPiano and vocals, standards plus 1960s and ‘70s pop. Free, 8 pm–close, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Robin HollowayPranzo Italian Grill, 540 MontezumaRecently returned from London, jazz pianist and composer Robin Holloway brings his tunes to the Geist Cabaret at Pranzo. $2, 6–9 pm, 505-984-2645, pranzosantafe.com.

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Ronald RoybalHotel Santa Fe, 1501 Paseo de PeraltaNative American flute and Spanish classical guitar music from Ronald Roybal. Free, 7–9 pm, 855-825-9876, hotelsantafe.com, ronaldroybal.com.

InnastateSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoReggae and rock from a local band. $5, 8 pm, 21+, 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

Night TrainLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoBlues band in the La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 8–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

The Bus TapesCowgirl BBQ, 319 S GuadalupeFolk rock and blues with a jazzy twist, originals and covers. Free, 8:30 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

Controlled BurnEl Farol, 808 CanyonRock and blues dance band at El Farol. $5, 8:30–11 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com

Showcase KaraokeTiny’s, 1005 S St. FrancisKaraoke night, hosted by Nanci and Cyndy. Free, 8:30 pm–12:30 am, 505-983-9817, tinyssantafe.com.

American JeMRio Chama Steak House, 414 Old Santa Fe TrlAmerican JeM will be performing folk, bluegrass, country, gospel, and rockabilly in the spacious President’s Room, with tables for sit-down dining and ample space reserved for dancing fans who will love the beautiful wood floor. (Please let American JeM know if you’ll be having dinner in the President’s Room during the show.) $15, 6:30–9:30 pm, 505-955-0765, americanjem.com.

So SophisticatedSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoDJ 12 Tribe commands the Skylight tables every Saturday night. $7, 9 pm–1:45 am, 21+, 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

NosostrosPalace Restaurant and Saloon, 142 W PalaceRock and roll covers from the 1970s to the ‘90s plus originals. $7, 10 pm, 21+, 505-428-0690, palacesantafe.com.

Get Golf ReadyMarty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe Golf Course,

205 Caja del RioFive golf lessons are offered this spring, starting April 30. One session $25, five sessions $100, 9:30–11 am, 505-955-4400, linksdesantafe.com. Pelts and Skulls Hike Cerrillos Hills State Park, County Road 59 Hike the trails and examine our collection of skulls and pelts to learn how their shapes and characteristics allow animals like cougars, bobcats, and their prey survive in the wild. Meet in the main parking lot, ½ mile north of Cerrillos village. $5 per vehicle, 11 am–1 pm, 505-474-0196, cerrilloshills.org.

“Romeo and Juliette: Play and Opera” Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 107 W BarcelonaGet ready for the upcoming opera season. The Santa Fe Opera Guild presents “Romeo and Juliette: Play and Opera.” John F. Andrews, noted Shakespearean scholar, will discuss the drama’s origins, Bill Derbyshire will explore various musical adaptations, and Mary Kime will examine Gounod’s rich score. $10, free to members, 5:30–7:30 pm, 505-629-1410, guildsofsfo.org.

Reading with Stephen Graham JonesJean Cocteau Cinema, 418 MontezumaAuthor Stephen Graham Jones will read from his latest novel, Mongrels, at Jean Cocteau Cinema. The author of 15 novels and six story collections, he has won

(505) 471-2261 www.golondrinas.org 334 Los Pinos Road, Santa Fe

Saturday & Sunday, May 14 and 15, 10 am to 4 pmIt’s two days of interactive fun, hands-on learning and outdoor exploration for the

entire family at Fiesta de la Familia at El Rancho de las Golondrinas: Encounter alpacas, miniature horses,

lizards and other amazing animals Watch engaging puppetry or move

to the rhythm of Baile Espanol Step back in time to wash clothes, spin

wool, and ride a mule-drawn wagon

Make your own mask or create a mini-adobe brick

Shoot a bow and arrow, create a tin medallion and make and take a walking stick

And much, much more!

Join us for an adventurous weekend of historical proportions!

support provided by santa fe arts commission, santa fe county lodger’s tax advisory board, new mexico arts, and first national santa fe

David Gray

"Trio of Leaves" 8" x 10" Oil on Panel

421 Canyon Road Santa Fe, NM 505.988.3444 sagecreeksf@aol.com sagecreekgallery.com

SAGE CREEK GALLERY

"Reflective"A One Person Show of New Works Opening Reception Friday May 6th from 5-7pm

Show to Run through May 20th

numerous awards including the NEA Fellowship in Fiction, the Texas Institute of Letters Jesse Jones Award for Fiction, the Independent Publishers Award for Multicultural Fiction, the This is Horror Award, as well as making Bloody Disgusting’s Top Ten Novels of the Year. $10, 7 pm, 256-527-5162, jeancocteaucinema.com.

Sixth Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash!Celebrate this momentous event with delicious food, music, skits, and camaraderie. Join your fellow Bard lovers as they toast the sweet Swan of Avon and revel in his brilliant works! Hosted at a beautiful home on Museum Hill. Those who RSVP will be sent directions. $20, 7 pm, 505-490-6271, info@sfshakespeare.org.

Kindred Spirits Spring Open HouseKindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary, 3749-A Highway 14Annual spring open house and collective birthday party for our many senior dogs, horses, and poultry. Come visit with the animals and learn what’s new at our sanctuary. Educational talks and demonstrations by our wellness caregivers. Free, 10 am–4 pm, 505-471-5366, kindredspiritsnm.org.

May 8 sunday

Railyard Artisan MarketFarmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de PeraltaLocal art, photography, jewelry, ceramics, glasswork, textiles, food, live music, and more every Sunday at the Railyard. Free, 10 am–4 pm, 505-983-4098, artmarketsantafe.com.

Placitas Open Studio Tour The Placitas Mountain Craft & Soirée Society will sponsor the 19th Annual Placitas Studio Tour, featuring Placitas artists who are opening their studios for a fascinating and fun behind-the-scenes peek at their artwork. Free, 10 am–5 pm, 505-867-2450, placitasstudiotour.com. Outdoor Fine Art ShowFirst National Bank Parking Lot, 122 W Palace

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Bloom Botanica

In the 1980s, Mark Sullivan was majoring in busi-ness at Texas Tech University in Lubbock when he discovered that flowers were his true passion in life. He switched his major to ornamental horticulture and embarked on a career in floral design, a move that continues to provide him with deep joy.

After almost three decades of creating floral arrangements for weddings and special events in Texas, Sullivan moved to Santa Fe and homed in on a niche of the flower business—offering classes in the art of creating flower and plant arrangements.

Bloom Botanica Santa Fe School of Floral Design was born last fall after Sullivan found the perfect spot on Second Street; here they host courses ranging from the creation of basic bouquets to instruction on growing orchids.

Offered on a regular basis, Sullivan’s basic floral design class caters to anyone inter-ested in floristry as a career. “It’s a really in-depth study, a meat-and-potatoes class, that focuses on all floral tech-niques as well as floral shop operations,” he explains.

Other classes change monthly. Recent offerings included learning how to make floral topiaries and how to construct and grow hydroponic hanging water gardens. Sullivan hopes to present “Boys Into Bonsai” this summer as a way of encouraging guys to try floral arrangement.

Flowers, containers, and tools are provided at each class. Students leave with hands-on experience and an exquisite floral arrangement they made themselves. Gift certificates for Mother’s Day and other special occasions are available, and Sullivan notes, “I can also custom design a class for a group upon request.”—Emily Van Cleve

Bloom Botanica Santa Fe School of Floral Design, 1731 Second Street Studio A, bloombotanicasf.com

Master Florist Mark Sullivan, owner of Bloom Botanica, shares his creative skills

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Above: Master Florist Mark Sullivan’s floral arrangements show the creativity and skill he brings to Bloom Botanica.

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The Santa Fe Society of Artists presents paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, and more. Free, 9 am–5:30 pm Saturday and Sunday, santafesocietyofartists.com.

“The Art of Musical Transcription”Immaculate Heart Chapel, 50 Mount Carmel RdAs clarinetist Robert Marcus wrote about the joy of transcriptions in The Clarinet Magazine, “Why should string players have all the fun?” People have been performing arrangements of favorite works since time immemorial. Audiences will hear some of their favorite pieces in transcriptions for flute, clarinet, and piano, including music on historic and modern instruments. $28.50, 5:30 pm, 505-474-4513, nmperformingartssociety.org.

Songwriters ConcertSanta Fe University of Art and Design, 1600 St Michael’sThe songs are coming out of a course at SFUAD pertaining to social-political-environmental justice movements of the 20th and 21st centuries and the songs that have been associated with or sprang from these movements. Free, 7:30 pm, 484-866-2037, santafeuniversity.edu.

City of DreamersLensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San FranciscoAn evening of short films, live radio, youth driven conversation, and music to showcase the voices and stories of the students, families, and immigrants of Santa Fe’s South Side. $5–$15, 7–8:30 pm, 505-988-1234, ticketssantafe.org.

Mystery Wine TastingEstrella del Norte Vineyard, 106 N Shining SunJoin us and build the keen senses you will need to identify the six wine varietals you will blind taste. A fun challenge with prizes! Price includes six tastings of our Estrella Del Norte Wines. RSVP required. $15, 2 pm, 505-455-2826, estrelladelnortevineyard.com.

Gate of Sweet Nectar LiturgyUpaya Zen Center, 1404 Cerro GordoUpaya will chant the Gate of Sweet Nectar Liturgy, calling out to all those who are lost and left behind, those who hunger and thirst, including those parts of ourselves that we think of as insufficient and lacking. We offer all the bodhi mind of love, wisdom, and transformation. Free, 5:30 pm, 505-986-8518, upaya.org.

Joe West and the Santa Fe RevueCowgirl BBQ, 319 S GuadalupeMusic, theatrics, some of this, some of that with Joe West and guests over a Cowgirl brunch. Free, 12 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

Matthew AndraeLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoOne man, one guitar, one voice in the La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 6–8:30 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

Doug MontgomeryVanessie, 427 W WaterClassical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6:30–9:30 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Nacha Mendez El Farol, 808 CanyonNacha Mendez and friends bring Latin-flavored world music to El Farol every Sunday night. Free, 7–10 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.

Shoeshine BlueCowgirl BBQ, 319 S GuadalupeLo-fi, literary, blues, folk, gospel, and weirdly doo-wop, Shoeshine Blue is songwriter Michael Apinyakul and a talented ship of pirates who follow him into the great sea of song. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

2016 Mother’s Day Tour Santa Fe Properties, 1000 Paseo de PeraltaFor this year’s tour, the Historic Santa Fe Foundation staff and board selected four properties: San Miguel Chapel, the “Oldest” House, Roque Tudesqui House and the Bataan Memorial Building. Parking will be available in the PERA parking lot and the tour is easily walkable down East de Vargas Street to Galisteo at the Bataan Memorial Building. $7–$15, 1–4 pm, 505-983-2567, historicsantafe.org.

Kindred Spirits Spring Open HouseKindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary, 3749-A Highway 14Annual spring open house and collective birthday party for our many senior dogs, horses, and poultry. Come visit with the animals and learn what’s new at our sanctuary. Educational talks and demonstrations by our wellness caregivers. Free, 10 am–4 pm, 505-471-5366, kindredspiritsnm.org.

May 9 monday

Performance Santa Fe: Yuja WangLensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San FranciscoYuja Wang, one of the world’s most exciting young pianists, will play Brahms, Schumann, and Beethoven at the Lensic. Born in Beijing, she was accepted to Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music at 15, and began her solo career while still a student. $27–$100, 7:30 pm, 505-984-8759, performancesantafe.org.

Monday Night SwingOdd Fellows Lodge, 1125 CerrillosA weekly swing dance with a preceding class. $8 ($3 without class), class 7 pm, dance 8–9:30 pm, santafeswing.com.

The Prime Ministers—Soldiers and Peacemakers Center for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos TrlThe film The Prime Ministers—Soldiers and Peacemakers is an insider’s account of the pivotal events that defined Prime Ministers Yitzhak Rabin and Menachem Begin. It is being screened in commemoration of Israel Independence Day. An optional Israeli salad buffet will be served after the screening. $8–$24, 5–7 pm, 505-216-0672, santafejff.org.

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hit the trail Love margaritas? Santa Fe is about to get a little tastier for you this summer. The clever folks at the Santa Fe Tourism Board (the people who brought us the delicious Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown Tour) are adding some tequila to this year’s fun with the Margarita Trail, which launches this week on Cinco de Mayo and continues indefinitely. Purchase a $3 “passport” that lays out the path to roughly 30 local establishments where you can sample the margarita-themed creations of some of our town’s most talented mixologists. The passport offers a discount at the bar, and at each stop you get your passport stamped (a maximum of two per day). Collect five and turn in your passport at any of the city’s three visitor centers for a special Santa Fe Margarita Trail T-shirt. I’ll be starting off at the Santa Fe Sage Inn’s Derailed Restaurant & Lounge with the Tequila Mockingbird, a bracing blend of Espolón Blanco tequila, muddled jalapeño, fresh lime juice, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and pineapple juice. Designed to cool you off and fire up the fun!—John Vollertsen

Margarita Trail information can be found at santafe.org. Derailed at The Sage Inn, 725 Cerrillos Road, santafesageinn.com

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General Technique Flamenco ClassesSanta Fe School of Flamenco, 1730 Camino Carlos Rey #5A general technique adult flamenco class. $30, 5:30–6:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.

Introductory Flamenco ClassesSanta Fe School of Flamenco, 1730 Camino Carlos Rey #5An introductory adult flamenco class. $30, 6:30–7:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.

Doug MontgomeryVanessie, 427 W WaterClassical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6:30–9:30 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com. SierraLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoClassic, country, covers, and a bit of funk in the La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

Cowgirl KaraokeCowgirl, 319 S GuadalupeKaraoke stalwart Michéle Leidig hosts at the Cowgirl. Free, 9 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

May 10 tuesday

Argentine Tango MilongaEl Mesón, 213 WashingtonA weekly Argentine tango dance event. $5, 7:30–11 pm, 505-983-6756, elmeson-santafe.com.

Rabin, In His Own Words Center for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos TrlYitzhak Rabin’s story told entirely in his own voice. Both the personal and professional dramas unfold through a combination of rare archival footage, home movies, and private letters. An optional Israeli salad buffet is available before the film. $8–$24, 7:30 pm, 505-216-0672, santafejff.org.

Santa Fe Farmers MarketFarmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de PeraltaFresh produce and handmade goods from local vendors. Free, 8 am–1 pm, 505-983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com.

Bluegrass JamBorrego’s Guitars & Music Supply, 1686 St. Michael’sLocal bluegrass musicians get together for a Tuesday jam at Borrego’s. All are welcome to bring an instrument and join in. Free, 5:30–7 pm, 505-471-9043, borregosguitarsmusicsupply.com.

Tucker BinkleyOsteria d‘Assisi Restaurant and Piano Bar, 58 S FederalPiano man Tucker Binkley plays Osteria. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.

Doug MontgomeryVanessie, 427 W WaterClassical, Broadway, and originals from pianist-vocalist Doug Montgomery. Free, 6:30–8 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Cactus Slim & the GoatHeadsMine Shaft Tavern, 2846 Hwy 14, MadridBlues music from Cactus Slim & the GoatHeads. Free, 7 pm, 505-474-0344, themineshafttavern.com.

SierraLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoClassic, country, covers, and a bit of funk in the La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

Gerry CarthyCowgirl, 319 S GuadalupeTraditional Irish folk music from Gerry Carthy. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

Open Mic NightTiny’s, 1005 S St. FrancisTiny’s welcomes performers of all stripes to its stage every Tuesday night. Free, 7–10 pm, 505-983-9817, tinyssantafe.com.

Canyon Road Blues Jam BandEl Farol, 808 CanyonEl Farol’s longtime blues outfit jams out each Tuesday. Free, 8:30 pm–12 am, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.

SPARKS Talk: “In the Company of Women: Jack Lambert & the Ladies of the Canyons”School for Advanced Research, 660 GarciaCowboy Jack Lambert played a prominent role in the lives of an interesting group of plucky eastern ladies who ventured to New Mexico at the turn of the 20th century. Author Lesley Poling-Kempes tells the fascinating tale of his SW adventures with sisters Elizabeth & Martha White. Please pre-register at lambertsparks.sarweb.org. $5, 3–4 pm, 505-954-7245, sarweb.org.

May 11 wednesday

Farms, Films, Food: A Santa Fe CelebrationCenter for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos TrlThree beloved local institutions, Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA), Farmers Market Institute, and Street Food Institute, are teaming up to offer a series of events designed to celebrate Santa Fe’s unrivaled love of great food and world-class cinema. Farms, Films, Food’s first event includes a food demonstration by Chef Greg Menke of The Beestro and food prepared by the Street Food Institute under the leadership of Chef David Sellers.

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Grand opening of Santa Fe’s Christopher Martin Gallery, May

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More food choices from other local food trucks will also be available. To accompany this delicious fare, CCA will be screening the wondrous and inspiring film Symphony of Soil by Deborah Koons Garcia (Q & A via Skype will follow the screening) and the Oscar-nominated The Boy and the World, a brilliant animated feature from Brazil. Free, 5–8 pm, 505-982-1338, ccasantafe.org.

Gluten-Free BakingSanta Fe Culinary Academy, 112 W San Francisco #300Chef Joelle Kapala shares tips and tricks for delicious gluten-free baking. Explore gluten-free substitutions and methods for making breads, cakes and muffins. Hands-on. Dinner included, vegetarian and gluten-free friendly. $75, 5:30–8:30 pm, 505-983-7445, santafeculinaryacademy.com.

Diane Prekup Trunk ShowSanta Fe Weaving Gallery 124-1/2 GalisteoArtful jackets, vests, shawls. Designer will be present. Free, 10 am–5 pm, 505-982-1737, sfweaving.com.

Free Community Flamenco ClassesSanta Fe School of Flamenco, 1730 Camino Carlos Rey #5An all-ages community flamenco class. Free,

5:30–6:30 pm, 505-209-1302, entreflamenco.com.

City Silence in Santa FeRailyard Park, Cerrillos and GuadalupeResidents of the City Different will have the opportunity to join an international network in community mindfulness and meditation practice every Wednesday at the Railyard Park Rose Garden Ramada. No experience necessary. Free, 6–7 pm, 703-282-6953, www.citysilence.org.

Tucker BinkleyOsteria d‘Assisi Restaurant and Piano Bar, 58 S FederalPiano man Tucker Binkley plays Osteria. Free, 6 pm–close, 505-986-5858, osteriadassisi.com.

Ramon Bermudez Jr.TerraCotta Wine Bistro, 304 JohnsonLatin and smooth jazz guitar with Ramon Bermudez, Jr. at TerraCotta Wine Bar. Free, 6–8 pm, 505-989-1166, terracottawinebistro.com.

Bob FinnieVanessie, 427 W WaterPiano and vocals, standards plus 1960s and ‘70s pop. Free, 7–10 pm, 505-982-9966, vanessiesantafe.com.

Syd MastersLa Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San FranciscoVintage, Western swing, and originals in the La Fiesta Lounge. Free, 7:30–11 pm, 505-982-5511, lafondasantafe.com.

Eryn BentCowgirl, 319 S GuadalupeAmericana informed by deep Western roots. Free, 8 pm, 505-982-2565, cowgirlsantafe.com.

Chris AbeytaEl Farol, 808 CanyonLong-time Santa Fe favorite, singer-songwriter Chris Abeyta at El Farol. Free, 8:30–11 pm, 505-983-9912, elfarolsantafe.com.

Taps and TabletopsJean Cocteau Cinema, 418 MontezumaA 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.

World Tavern PokerSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoThe nation’s largest poker league holds tournaments each week at Skylight. Free, 6:30 and 8:30 pm, 21+, 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

Swing DanceSkylight, 139 W San FranciscoA weekly dance event in the Skylab, dedicated to the music and style of the swing and jazz era. $5 ($3 for those “dressed to impress,” dance lessons $10 each), 8 pm (beginner lesson 6 pm,intermediate lesson 7 pm), 505-982-0775, skylightsantafe.com.

Wednesday Night KaraokeBoxcar, 530 S GuadalupeKaraoke night, hosted each Wednesday by Michéle Leidig. Free, 10 pm–1 am, 505-988-7222, boxcarsantafe.com.

Lannan Foundation presents Readings and Conversations: “Louise Glück with Peter Streckfus”Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San FranciscoLouise Glück is the author of over a dozen books of poetry including Faithful and Virtuous Night (winner of the National Book Award for Poetry) and her recent anthology, Poems: 1962-2012. $3–$6, 7 pm, 505-988-1234, ticketssantafe.org.

New landscapes by Peggy Immel will be featured at Sorrel Sky Gallery. Opening reception May 6, 5–7:30 pm.

Lowriders, Hoppers, & Hot Rods: Car Culture of Northern New MexicoNew Mexico History Museum, 113 Lincoln¡Orale! Take a ride into the creative reimaginings of American steel as captured in photographs, hubcaps, hood ornaments, car show banners and, yes, actual cars. The exhibit focuses on mobile works of art and their makers—home-grown Nuevomexicanos who customize, detail, paint, and upholster these favorite symbols of Hispanic culture. Through March 5, 2017. Free with admission, 505-476-5019, nmhistorymuseum.org.

The Morris Miniature Circus: Return of the Little Big TopMuseum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo

MoIFA’s re-unveiling of the massive Morris Miniature Circus, a 3/8"–scale diorama featuring around 100,000 handcrafted figures. Free with museum admission, through December 31, 505-476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.

Flamenco: From Spain to New MexicoMuseum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino LejoThe Museum of International Folk Art will present Flamenco: From Spain to New Mexico, the most comprehensive exhibition to celebrate and study this living tradition as an art form. Through September 11, 2016. Free with museum admission, 505-476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.

House of Eternal ReturnMeow Wolf, 1352 Rufina CirA unique art experience featuring a wild new form of non-linear storytelling which unfolds through exploration, discovery, and interactivity. The premise: something has happened inside a mysterious Victorian house that has dissolved the nature of time and space. Venture through the house and discover secret passageways into fantastic dimensions! $10–$18, 505-780-4458, meowwolf.com.

City Tours Discover Santa Fe via Historic Walks of Santa Fe (historicwalksofsantafe.com), Get Acquainted Walking Tour (505-983-7774), A Well-Born Guide (swguides.com), Santa Fe Art Tours (santafearttours.com), or the New Mexico Museum of Art (nmartmuseum.org).

taste of the townNORTHERN NEW MEXICO’S FINEST DINING EXPERIENCES

The Pantry Restaurant1820 Cerrillos Rd. 505-986-0022, pantrysantafe.com

The Pantry, Santa Fe’s Meeting Place Since 1948. Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Where Northern New Mexican and American Cuisines Meet, in a family owned diner setting. Beer/Wine available.

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imagine this creative retreats in the land of enchantment

by Eve Tolpa

AS WINTER’S DARKNESS gradually gives way to the new growth of spring, thoughts of renewal—physical, mental, emotional, and artistic—often take root. Northern New Mexico is not only a longtime sanctuary for photographers, painters, poets, and novelists, but also home to an abundance of workshops and retreats designed to cultivate self-expression. If you’re feeling inclined to rejuvenate your own creativity, why not think about the options below?

Online is an easy place to start. Two resources that cast a wide net into the workshop waters are Road Scholar and Santa Fe Creative Tourism. The former is a project of Elderhostel, which has been promoting lifelong learning for four decades. Search their website by state to explore educational travel itineraries; listings in New Mexico include studio tours and hands-on workshops. The latter hosts a comprehensive online catalog where visitors can discover a variety of workshops facilitated by local artists who are directly reachable from links on the site.

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Santa Fe Photographic Workshops offers a broad array of opportunities for photographers, including travel programs to Cuba and Mexico.

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New Mexico’s exquisite scenery and unique cultural heritage inspire many expressive types.

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The nonprofit National Parks Arts Foundation, based in Santa Fe, sponsors programs that help artists interpret the natural beauty of the USA’s National Park System, as well as that of state parks, national monuments, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

years, it’s been celebrated for its highly focused New Mexico–based programs and well-established travel workshops to Cuba and San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; new itineraries for Japan and Cartagena, Colombia, are on the schedule for 2016. SFPW’s instructors, says director Reid Callanan, “are the most influential photographers in the world of fine art, editorial, advertising, and commercial photography. About 10 to 20 percent of our programing is new each year. We listen to suggestions from our alumni, ideas from our guest instructors, and we also brainstorm together to develop new workshop ideas.” In 2017, he notes, “[w]e are starting a series of writing workshops in Cuba and Santa Fe that will be known as Santa Fe Workshops Writers Lab.”

The Santa Fe-based National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), is, says founder Tanya Ortega, “the only nonprofit that combines arts and the National Parks.” Part of the inspiration for the organization comes from Ortega’s own experience; as a teen, she worked at Yellowstone. “The inspiration that people have from the arts,” she recalls, “I could see that in person.” NPAF specializes in retreats and workshops based in national park, national monuments, World Heritage sites, and state parks. This last element comes into play a lot locally, where, says Ortega, “we’re doing tours out of Santa Fe—photography workshops, plein air

workshops. We are able to connect artists to parks in ways that have not happened since the days of Ansel Adams.” In the fall of 2016, NPAF is offering a retreat at Fort Union National Monument in Northern New Mexico (application deadline is August 1). Don’t be discouraged if the programs that interest you are already full; NPAF creates new ones regularly, often with little lead time, so it’s worth checking back frequently.

USA Today dubbed the University of New Mexico Summer Writers’ Conference in Santa Fe (formerly Taos Summer Writers’ Conference) one of the top 10 writers’ conferences in the country. In addition to offering open-registration workshops and selective application-only master classes, the event gives writers a chance to meet with agents, editors, and other publishing professionals (including The Book Doctors, who are hosting Pitchapalooza, “the American Idol for books”). Since 2014, eight-week online courses have also been on

The NPAF caters to writers, painters, photographers,

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The UNM Summer Writers’ Conference has been named

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SANTA FE CREATIVE TOURISM Online listings of local workshops; santafecreativetourism.org

ROAD SCHOLAR Elderhostel’s educational travel organization; workshops searchable by state; roadscholar.org

SANTA FE PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOPS Photography workshops, retreats, and trips; santafeworkshops.com

NATIONAL PARKS ARTS FOUNDATION Local and national retreats and workshops at national parks, national monuments, World Heritage sites, and state parks; nationalparksartsfoundation.org UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO SUMMER WRITERS’ CONFERENCE IN SANTA FE Annual conference with weeklong and weekend workshops; Drury Plaza Hotel, July 24–31, 2016; taosconf.unm.edu GHOST RANCH EDUCATION AND RETREAT CENTER Art and literary workshops; ghostranch.org A ROOM OF HER OWN Retreat for women writers held every other year at Ghost Ranch, usually in summer; the next one is scheduled for 2017; aroomofherownfoundation.org

The next A Room of Her Own conference is slated for 2017.

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Sharon Warner and Dani Shapiro share a moment with the ever-photogenic D.H. Lawrence.

Artists working in any media can try their hands at the landscapes made iconic by Georgia O’Keeffe at Ghost

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offer most of the year via Rananim, a program named after the creative utopian society envisioned by D.H. Lawrence, whose Taos ranch was deeded to UNM in 1955. “He wanted a community of artists and writers to inspire and support one another,” says the conference’s founding director, Sharon Warner. “The classes we offer online are designed to inspire and support the writers who enroll and to provide them with a sense of community.”

Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center’s calendar is packed year-round, with arts-related workshops in writing, photography, watercolors, pastels, oil painting, and mixed media. Spectacular in every season, Ghost Ranch’s full-service facilities are adjacent to multihued cliffs and canyons, as well as stream-fed grasslands, all beckoning to be explored on foot. Also situated at Ghost Ranch are weeklong biennial interdisciplinary writing retreats for women, hosted by A Room of Her Own (ARHO). Established in 2000, the literary foundation is dedicated to expanding upon the legacy of Virginia Woolf, who famously asserted that “women need money and a room of their own if they are to write.” Acceptance into ARHO’s program is competitive; the next retreat is planned for 2017.

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Christopher Martin GalleryOpening May 6, 5–8 pm and May 7, 4–8 pm

Christopher Martin Gallery, 644 Canyon christopherhmartin.com

artopenings | reviews | artists

Chroma Prismatic Ring Collection, acrylic on honed acrylic, 96 x 96"Everyone is invited to this two-day grand opening event—which celebrates the gallery’s first spring season in Santa Fe—intentionally overlapping the historic Canyon Road’s annual extravaganza, the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival. In addition to showing his vibrantly colored completed works, artist Christopher Martin will offer demonstrations of his innovative re-verse glass painting technique. The gallery will also be exhibiting Michael Enn Sirvet’s bold, geometric metal sculptures.—Stephanie Love

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Annie O’Brien Gonzales bold, expressive painting

Gonzales, who teaches painting workshops around the country, will be signing her new

book—Bold Expressive Painting: Painting Techniques for Still Lifes, Florals, and Landscapes in Mixed Media—at her

show’s opening on May 6.

Gonzales attended art school at Oregon State University in the 1980s

and returned to full-time painting in 2004 after moving to Santa Fe.

“I love Santa Fe, always have,” Gonzales says. “It has all of the benefits of a small town and a unique cultural heritage. Add to that the amenities of a larger city—restaurants, museums, music—and a beautiful climate. I don’t think I could live anywhere else.”

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Colorful flora feature prominently in the paintings of Annie O’Brien Gonzales. “Gardens are an endless source of inspiration for me, but there’s also something about still life,” she says. “It’s slightly voyeuristic—a glimpse into a private life—which intrigues me.” And so, in the tradition of Cézanne, Van Gogh, and Matisse, Gonzales creates expressive works that focus on color, form, and pattern in her studio on Upper Canyon Road. “I work in oil, acrylic, and mixed media using collage elements, beeswax, dry pigments, graphite, and pastels,” she explains. “In addition to the usual brushes, I employ scrapers, brayers, and many other mark-making tools. The process involves multiple layers and responding to what appears on each surface as the painting evolves. My aim is to evoke the sense of joy I experience as I create paintings in the viewer as well.” Her solo exhibition Floriography goes on display at The Globe Gallery on May 6.—Whitney Spivey

Floriography, May 6–27, reception May 6, 5–7 pm, The Globe Gallery, 727 Canyon, globefineart.com

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Artists Reception Gallery 901, 708 Canyon

gallery901.org May 6, 5–8 pm

Gallery 901 highlights five of their artists during this in-teractive art festival, beginning with a reception and silent auction of selected pieces from encaustic artist and water-colorist Karen Frey, local artist Catherine Kirkwood, wil-

derness landscape painter Dean Mabe, Navajo sculptor Eddy Shorty, and local photographer and encaustic artist

Angel Wynn. These artists will also participate in the artist Slow Draw the following day, producing original

pieces for the festival’s live auction at 5 pm.—SL

Local Artists Reception Pippin Contemporary, 409 Canyonpippincontemporary.com May 6, 5–7 pm

Cody Hooper’s energetically abstract acrylics, Gina Rossi’s colorful cloud paintings, and Rebecca Haines’s series of expressive animal portraits together exemplify the variety of contemporary painting in Santa Fe. Kicking off the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival week-end at Pippin Contemporary, the three artists will not only be attending this reception but also creating works in the festival’s Slow Draw event from 10 am–3 pm the following afternoon.—SL

Spring Festival Preview Ventana Fine Art, 400 Canyon

ventanafineart.com May 6, 5–7 pm

Ventana Fine Art announces an exhibit of paintings by the five

artists who will paint at the gallery during the 2016 Canyon Road

Spring Art Festival: Santa Fe painter John Axton, one of the

three founders of the Denver Art Students’ League Doug Dawson,

colorfully traditional oil painter Rod Hubble, oil and pastel artist Natasha Isenhour, and plein air

painter Barry McCuan. This recep-tion opens the show on Friday and is followed by festival activities on

Saturday, May 7.—SLDoug Dawson, Eagles Nest, pastel, 16 x 18"

Rebecca Haines, Skittle, oil on panel, 12 x 12"

Dean Mabe, Autumn Turns to Winter, oil on canvas, 30 x 40"

Giving Voice to Image: Poetry Readings ViVO Contemporary, 725 Canyonvivocontemporary.com May 6, starting around 5:30 pm

In conjunction with their fourth annual Giving Voice to Image show and the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival, ViVO Contemporary hosts a night of poetry. Ten New Mexico poets partnered off with gallery artists to each create a poem inspired by that artist’s work; throughout the show, including on May 6, select poems will be shared with the public. Books featuring all of the art and poetry from the show are available for purchase.—SL

Warren Keating, Man in Hat, oil on canvas, 36 x 48"

Special Exhibit ClosingAdobe Gallery, 221 Canyon adobegallery.com May 6, 4–6 pm In celebration of the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival and its current exhibit, Tradi-tion and Innovation: the art of Pablita Velarde and Helen Hardin, Adobe Gallery devotes Mother’s Day weekend to this mother-daughter painting duo with a special closing art reception on May 6. A native of Santa Clara Pueblo, Velarde embraced her role as one of the very first female Pueblo painters, making her own paints by grinding miner-als from the earth into fine powder to use as pigment. Velarde’s daughter, Helen Hardin, expertly combined Pueblo motifs with an abstract sensibility. This show beautifully highlights the works of these influential artists.—SL

Helen Hardin, Mixed Media Painting of Yei Deities, mixed media, 17 x 13"

Reception for the ArtistsWaxlander Gallery, 622 Canyonwaxlander.com May 6, 5–8 pm

As part of the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival, Waxlander Gallery hosts painters and sculp-tors for this evening reception, foreshadowing the Artist Slow Draw the following day. They will create original artworks starting at 10 am on Saturday, May 7, with food and live music at the gallery from noon to 3 pm. Artists Mar-shall Noice, Andrée Hudson, Mat-thew Higginbotham, and Domi-nique Boisjoli will participate in the festival live auction at 5 pm, while Mike McKee, Sandy Keller, April Deming, Terrell Powell, Tracee Matthews, and Patrick Matthews will have pieces in the silent auction, which commences at noon. Since several of the artists—Boisjoli, Noice, and Tracee and Patrick Matthews—are traveling long distances for this cherished annual celebration, they will be painting at the gallery throughout the week.—SL

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Marshall Noice, Tangles on the Edge, oil on canvas, 51 x 33"

Reflective Sage Creek Gallery, 421 Canyonsagecreekgallery.com May 6, 5–7 pm

Understanding the traditions of classical art, David Gray creates contemplative portraits and still life paint-ings with soft light and crisp lines in a refined, realistic style. As part of the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival’s Friday events, Gray’s solo exhibition, Reflective, high-lighting his newest oil paintings, will open at Sage Creek Gallery. His show will continue through May 20.—SL

David Gray, Orange and Gray, oil on panel, 8 x 10"

Viewing of Silent Auction Art Alexandra Stevens Gallery of Fine Art, 820 Canyonalexandrastevens.com May 6, 5–6:30 pm During Friday’s celebration of the Canyon Road Spring Art Festival, Alexandra Stevens Gallery of Fine Art proudly presents the gallery’s silent auction artworks, which will be open for bidding beginning at 5 pm. Artists Ruth Valerio and Peggy McGivern will be present for this reception, and also from 1–3 pm on Saturday during the live paint-ing event at the gallery, part of the festival’s Artist Slow Draw event.—SL

Ruth Valerio, Garden in Bloom, oil on canvas, 18 x 18"

This Enchanted Landscape: New Paintings by Stephen Day and Peggy ImmelSorrel Sky Gallery, 125 W Palacesorrelsky.com May 6–end of May, reception May 6, 5–7:30 pm

Two New Mexican plein air artists are highlight-ed in this captivating landscape show at Sorrel Sky Gallery. These virtuoso painters—Stephen Day, known for his stunning sunsets, and Peggy Immel, Master Signature Member of the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico—prefer working outdoors to better capture the ever-changing light of the Southwest. Sorrel Sky Gallery owner Shanan Campbell Wells says, “Peggy and Stephen are masters at creating paintings that capture the quintessential Southwestern landscape with all its unique ambience and distinct character.”—SL

Peggy Immel, Autumn in New Mexico, oil on canvas, 18 x 24"

Walter Robinson WeekendTurner Carroll Gallery, 725 Canyon, turnercarroll.com reception May 6, 5–7 pm

Walter Robinson artist comments, May 7, 3 pm

In conjunction with his Alcoves 16/17.2 exhibition at the New Mexico Museum of Art, mixed media artist Walter Robinson will be featuring his works in this reception on May 6. The following day, Santa Fe’s own John Barker will be sculpting engaging, creative characters in front of the gallery for the Can-yon Road Spring Art Festival that runs from 11 am–3 pm. At 3 pm Robinson returns to the gallery to share his captivating thoughts on the political and personal symbolism presented in each of his works.—SL

Walter Robinson, Denoument, mixed

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