LOVED the beautiful facility and the instructors. This advanced intensive class (Fearless…read moreAbstraction) was so helpful for learning new techniques, getting unstuck and painting on large canvases. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! The environment is friendly and supportive. The owner Bev was so welcoming and helpful, and the 2 instructors kept the pace going well. Excellent balance of instruction/demos and time to paint.

Wonderful experience at an abstract painting workshop in September. Instructors were wonderful, the…read moresetting was gorgeous and the owner of the property, Beverly, was gracious and very helpful I will be back!

It's been a couple years since I stayed here. But, for a painter, it's fabulous! Ample space, great…read morelight, short drive to Canyon Road and the Railyard!

From the owner: Radiant Light Live In Art Studio is a 1,000 sq ft. 3 room live in art studio to work in. Sky…read morelights, 15' ceiling, huge North facing windows, simple kitchen and full bath. Fully furnished: pots and pans and sheets provided. Stay by the week or weeks.

Creations in art! This place is a Central art gallery in…read morethe downtown area of Albuquerque. They have a great collection of diverse art, all showcasing the local talent, scenery and culture of the Land of Enchantment. They focus on New Mexico scenes and artists heavily here. It's a long list of talented local artists that they're showing off in different media. They have a great collection of paintings, pottery, clocks, knickknacks, and tchotchkes. My favorite stuff was the paintings of New Mexico in the wintertime, or of the Sandia Mountains. The staff was very welcoming, and answered questions about the works. They have a friendly white dog that's eager to greet any customers and make sure you see the art! The prices were reasonable for the quality of work that you're getting. Most of the stuff wasn't impulse buys, but something that you'd proudly display on your mantle of your southwestern home. Parking can be difficult, since it's on the Albuquerque main drag, Central Ave. There's metered parking out front.

This gallery has some amazing local art. The owner was very helpful in helping me make a selection…read morefor my husbands birthday. Highly recommend!

"Relax, baby. Let Howie Wowie set the mood, I'm throwin' on some Barry White, kick 'ya shoes off,…read moreI'm turnin' down the lights... Aw yeah, that's right baby. Can't get enougha yo love, baby. Settle yo pretty self in front of that fire place, go on, make yo'self comfortable on that tiger skin rug. Here's a little more champagne, those bubbles sparkle like yo eyes, baby. You know, it's been a while since you and I ah... spent time together. And now that I'm with ya, I have to tell ya, you're lookin' finer than ever. That's right, baby." I think I just intentionally avoided writing a review of this art gallery because I had an impossible time imagining how I would so. The main artist at this gallery, Ricardo Chavez-Mendez, is unquestionably talented, to such a degree that it's hard to believe he's ever produced anything sub-par. His imagery combines ancient South American and traditional New Mexican folklore and spirituality with a style uniquely his own, curvismo, which is something like O'Keefe on peyote. Vibrant, absorbing and busy, these canvasses really shine, occasionally in directions I don't feel like going, like the whole dolphins-in-a-pastel-ocean place. In my limited experience the artist is always in-house, creating, and he's an incredibly welcoming and friendly presence. If you have a minute, he'll likely walk you through his creative process and give you some insight into how these canvasses are born. So go on, walk in, take your time, there's plenty to look at here. Oh, and then there are all of those paintings of the naked ladies... "Aw, yeah..."

This is a delightful art gallery located in one of the picturesque, charming patios of old town…read more It's filled with high quality art by local makers and artisans. The interior is spacious with beautiful historic ceilings in the original old town architecture. The staff are friendly, helpful and inviting and not pretentious like some art galleries can feel. This is a must visit gallery in Albuquerque!

Very cool art gallery. We went twice, the first time just to check out the paintings and the second…read moretime we went because they were having a special artist feature event with an artist whose work was being featured in the gallery. Absolutely loved his work and thought it was so interesting to hear from him in person about what inspired him, his creative process and highlights of his life as a painter. Not sure if the woman working there was the owner but she was so sweet and seemed really passionate about art and was great to talk to.

This is a fabulous gallery in Albuquerque. The selection of art is vast! There are so many…read moredifferent styles and media represented by local New Mexican artists. There is also an enormous selection of jewelry and ceramic pieces for home decor and functional use. I truly recommend this gallery!

Sure, New Mexico touts an artisan community that rivals any community in the world. That's a pretty…read moreobvious statement. We have Santa Fe, the "City Different", home to painters, sculptors and other artists the world over who thrive (even in a recession), and the town houses its share of artists who practice artisan athletics, music, meditation, what have you. We have Taos and the surrounding communes, wherein you'll find celebrated maestros, architects and off-the-grid nomads; if you haven't driven west toward the gorge, put it on your travel to-do list, you won't be disappointed. Key word: earth ships. Silver City: artisan hideout. Same goes for Tularosa, Cloudcroft, Los Ojos, Red River, Jemez, Zuni, San Antonio... I could go on and on. These are the sneaky peeks, the places where funky personas with wild ideas relocate, where they can live in relative calm, bask under endlessly open skies, where they often create grand visionary works that encompass the entirety of their lifetime journeys. O'Keefe did the same at Ghost Ranch. Personally, I love bumping into a gallery or a store along my travels, where these fascinating people will find a few minutes for some straight talk about their work. I've found them in corners of the state I never imagined they could exist, but they do, they persist, and I'm always thrilled to find them. I often wonder how they survive. Surely, selling the occasional canvass to the wandering traveler won't pay the rent. Enter Mariposa, a gallery in the heart of Nob Hill which showcases 90%+ local artists. Paintings, mixed-media and a smattering of jewelry provide welcome access to some of the most vital artists in the New Mexico realm. This place focuses on artists who remain just below the radar, who could use a little financial backing. The business has grown with time, changing locations twice, and over the years they've developed a long list of artists who've benefited from their publicity and advocacy and now give back, promoting the next generation. Fantastic. You don't have to visit with the intent of a purchase. Come and devour with your eyes. You won't forget it.

A treasure trove of beautiful folk art. This is where you need to stop for gifts or something to…read moreadorn your place, a memento of your time in Albuquerque. When I saw the collection of black cat art in the window, I knew I had to stop in this shop and what a feast for the eyes. So many beautiful paintings and prints in a variety of sizes. Shadow boxes, jewelry and Dia de los Muertos, Virgin of Guadalupe and more! I couldn't resist getting a smaller print of a painting with a black cat and crows, my favorite animals, which fit perfectly in my suitcase. And the owner, an artist himself, is the nicest guy. I couldn't possibly love Santisima more. I'll be back.

If you like Dia de Los muertos, Mexican cultural art, this is your place!!! So much amazing colors…read moreand textures!!! My daughter said "mom this is your store!!" And she was not lying!! The vibe was so loving and chill! The art was amazing!! I cannot wait until I am better prepared to buy an amazing piece my eyes could not avoid!!!