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Lumina Contemporary Art
Arroyo Seco
North of Taos (about 8 min.) outside the village of Arroyo Seco, this gallery, a new version of the notable gallery that was in Taos, offers a tranquil museum-quality experience. Set within a 3-acre Japanese garden, it has a water cascade and Buddhist teahouse accented with large stone sculptures. Inside, works offer a refreshing look at the world. Watch for Chacha's gold- and copper-leaf works on metal, Elizabeth Rose's stone sculptures and Annell Livingston's geometric paintings on handmade paper. Open in summer Thursday to Monday 11am to 6:30pm; winter Friday to Monday 11am to 5pm.North of Taos (about 8 min.) outside the village of
Blue Fish
El Prado
Selling hand block printed, unique organic and natural fiber clothing for women, this shop is full of surprises. The colors are dreamy and the fashions for the untailored but fashion-conscious.Selling hand block printed, unique organic and natural fiber clothing
Envision Gallery
El Prado
Offering contemporary art with an elaborate sculpture garden, this is a fun place to browse for works on paper and of clay. Bold colors and innovative designs mark this work, with wind sculptures by Lyman Whitaker the real prize.Offering contemporary art with an elaborate sculpture garden, this is
R. B. Ravens
Ranchos de Taos
A trader for many years, including 25 on the Ranchos Plaza, R. B. Ravens is skilled at finding incredible period artwork. Here, you'll see (and have the chance to buy) Navajo rugs and pottery, all in the setting of an old home with raw pine floors and hand-sculpted adobe walls.A trader for many years, including 25 on the Ranchos
Two Graces Gallery
Ranchos de Taos
For a wild range of devotional and kitschy art, don't miss this place on the Ranchos de Taos Plaza. In this 250-year-old building, you'll find glittery magnet shrines, Southwest collectibles, books, and antiques.For a wild range of devotional and kitschy art, don't
Act I Gallery
Taos
This gallery has a broad range of works in a variety of media. You'll find watercolors, retablos, furniture, paintings, Hispanic folk art, pottery, jewelry, and sculpture.This gallery has a broad range of works in a
Artemisia
Taos
Advertising "one-of-a-kind artwear and accessories," this shop delivers, with wearable art in bold colors, all hand-woven or hand-sewn, all for women.Advertising "one-of-a-kind artwear and accessories," this shop delivers, with wearable
Artwares Contemporary Jewelry
Taos
The gallery owners here call their contemporary jewelry "a departure from the traditional." True to this slogan, each piece here offers a new twist on traditional Southwestern and Native American design, by artists such as Roberto Coin, John Hardy, Diane Malouf, Judith Ripka, and Alex Sepkus.The gallery owners here call their contemporary jewelry "a departure
Brodsky Bookshop
Taos
Come here for the exceptional inventory of fiction, nonfiction, Southwestern and Native American-studies books, children's books, used books, cards, tapes, and CDs.Come here for the exceptional inventory of fiction, nonfiction, Southwestern
Chimayo Trading del Norte
Taos
Specializing in Navajo weavings, pueblo pottery, and other types of pottery, this is a fun spot to peruse on the Ranchos de Taos Plaza. Look especially for the Casas Grandes pottery from Mexico.Specializing in Navajo weavings, pueblo pottery, and other types of
Cid's Food Market
Taos
This store has the best selection of natural and gourmet foods in Taos. It's a great place to stock your picnic basket with such items as roasted chicken and barbecued brisket, or with lighter fare, such as sushi, Purple Onion-brand sandwiches, black-bean salad, and fresh hummus and tabbouleh.This store has the best selection of natural and gourmet
Country Furnishings of Taos
Taos
Here, you'll find unique hand-painted folk-art furniture. The pieces are as individual as the styles of the local folk artists who make them. There are also home accessories, unusual gifts, clothing, and jewelry.Here, you'll find unique hand-painted folk-art furniture. The pieces are
El Rincón Trading Post
Taos
This shop has a real trading-post feel. It's a wonderful place to find turquoise jewelry, whether you're looking for contemporary or antique. In the back of the store is a museum full of Native American and Western artifacts.This shop has a real trading-post feel. It's a wonderful
Farnsworth Gallery Taos
Taos
Sharing space with Caffé Renato, this gallery sells works by painter John Farnsworth, known for his intimate images of horses often painted close up and at imaginative angles. Other painters are represented as well, all utilizing themes linked to nature.Sharing space with Caffé Renato, this gallery sells works by
Fenix Gallery
Taos
The Fenix Gallery focuses on Taos artists with national and/or international collections and reputations who live and work in Taos. The work is primarily nonobjective and very contemporary. Some "historic" artists are represented as well.The Fenix Gallery focuses on Taos artists with national and/or
Inger Jirby Gallery
Taos
The word expressionist could have been created to define the work of internationally known artist Inger Jirby. Full of bold color and passionate brush strokes, Jirby's oils record the lives and landscapes of villages from the southwestern U.S. to Guatemala to Bali. This gallery, which meanders back through a 400-year-old adobe house, is a feast for the eyes and soul.The word expressionist could have been created to define the
Mariposa Boutique
Taos
What first caught my eye in this little shop were bright chile-pepper-print overalls for kids. Closer scrutiny brought me to plenty of finds for myself, such as suede and rayon broomstick skirts and Mexican-style dresses, perfect for showing off turquoise jewelry.What first caught my eye in this little shop were
Michael McCormick Gallery
Taos
Nationally renowned artists dynamically play with Southwestern themes in the works hanging at this gallery, steps from the plaza. Especially notable are the bright portraits by Miguel Martinez. If the gallery's namesake is in, strike up a conversation about art or poetry.Nationally renowned artists dynamically play with Southwestern themes in the
Moby Dickens Bookshop
Taos
This is Taos's best bookstore, with comfortable places to sit and read. You'll find children's and adults' collections of Southwest, Native American, and out-of-print books.This is Taos's best bookstore, with comfortable places to sit
Nichols Taos Fine Art Gallery
Taos
Here you will find traditional works in all media, including Western and cowboy art.Here you will find traditional works in all media, including
Overland Sheepskin Company
Taos
You can't miss the romantically weathered barn sitting on a meadow north of town. Inside, you'll find anything you can imagine in leather: coats, gloves, hats, slippers. The coats here are exquisite, from oversize ranch styles to tailored blazers in a variety of leathers from sheepskin to buffalo hide.You can't miss the romantically weathered barn sitting on a
Parks Gallery
Taos
Some of the region's finest contemporary art decks the walls of this gallery just off the plaza. Some of the top artists here include Melissa Zink, Jim Wagner, Susan Contreres, and Erin Currier.Some of the region's finest contemporary art decks the walls
Philip Bareiss Gallery
Taos
The works of some 30 leading Taos artists, including sculptor and painter Ron Davis, painter Norbert Voelkel, and watercolorist Patricia Sanford, are exhibited here, along with early Taos modernists.The works of some 30 leading Taos artists, including sculptor
San Francisco de Asis Gift Shop
Taos
Local devotional art fills this funky little shop behind the San Francisco de Asis church. Retablos (altar paintings), rosary beads, and hand-carved wooden crosses appeal to a range of visitors, from the deeply religious to the pagan power shopper.Local devotional art fills this funky little shop behind the
Stephen Kilborn Pottery
Taos
Visiting this shop in town is a treat, but for a real adventure, go 17 miles south of Taos toward Santa Fe to Stephen Kilborn's studio in Pilar, open Monday to Saturday 11am to 5pm and noon to 4pm on Sunday. There, you'll see where the pottery is made.Visiting this shop in town is a treat, but for
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Lumina Contemporary Art
Arroyo Seco
North of Taos (about 8 min.) outside the village of Arroyo Seco, this gallery, a new version of the notable gallery that was in Taos, offers a tranquil museum-quality experience. Set within a 3-acre Japanese garden, it has a water cascade and Buddhist teahouse accented with large stone sculptures. Inside, works offer a refreshing look at the world. Watch for Chacha's gold- and copper-leaf works on metal, Elizabeth Rose's stone sculptures and Annell Livingston's geometric paintings on handmade paper. Open in summer Thursday to Monday 11am to 6:30pm; winter Friday to Monday 11am to 5pm.North of Taos (about 8 min.) outside the village of
Blue Fish
El Prado
Selling hand block printed, unique organic and natural fiber clothing for women, this shop is full of surprises. The colors are dreamy and the fashions for the untailored but fashion-conscious.Selling hand block printed, unique organic and natural fiber clothing
Envision Gallery
El Prado
Offering contemporary art with an elaborate sculpture garden, this is a fun place to browse for works on paper and of clay. Bold colors and innovative designs mark this work, with wind sculptures by Lyman Whitaker the real prize.Offering contemporary art with an elaborate sculpture garden, this is
R. B. Ravens
Ranchos de Taos
A trader for many years, including 25 on the Ranchos Plaza, R. B. Ravens is skilled at finding incredible period artwork. Here, you'll see (and have the chance to buy) Navajo rugs and pottery, all in the setting of an old home with raw pine floors and hand-sculpted adobe walls.A trader for many years, including 25 on the Ranchos
Two Graces Gallery
Ranchos de Taos
For a wild range of devotional and kitschy art, don't miss this place on the Ranchos de Taos Plaza. In this 250-year-old building, you'll find glittery magnet shrines, Southwest collectibles, books, and antiques.For a wild range of devotional and kitschy art, don't
Act I Gallery
Taos
This gallery has a broad range of works in a variety of media. You'll find watercolors, retablos, furniture, paintings, Hispanic folk art, pottery, jewelry, and sculpture.This gallery has a broad range of works in a
Artemisia
Taos
Advertising "one-of-a-kind artwear and accessories," this shop delivers, with wearable art in bold colors, all hand-woven or hand-sewn, all for women.Advertising "one-of-a-kind artwear and accessories," this shop delivers, with wearable
Artwares Contemporary Jewelry
Taos
The gallery owners here call their contemporary jewelry "a departure from the traditional." True to this slogan, each piece here offers a new twist on traditional Southwestern and Native American design, by artists such as Roberto Coin, John Hardy, Diane Malouf, Judith Ripka, and Alex Sepkus.The gallery owners here call their contemporary jewelry "a departure
Brodsky Bookshop
Taos
Come here for the exceptional inventory of fiction, nonfiction, Southwestern and Native American-studies books, children's books, used books, cards, tapes, and CDs.Come here for the exceptional inventory of fiction, nonfiction, Southwestern
Chimayo Trading del Norte
Taos
Specializing in Navajo weavings, pueblo pottery, and other types of pottery, this is a fun spot to peruse on the Ranchos de Taos Plaza. Look especially for the Casas Grandes pottery from Mexico.Specializing in Navajo weavings, pueblo pottery, and other types of
Cid's Food Market
Taos
This store has the best selection of natural and gourmet foods in Taos. It's a great place to stock your picnic basket with such items as roasted chicken and barbecued brisket, or with lighter fare, such as sushi, Purple Onion-brand sandwiches, black-bean salad, and fresh hummus and tabbouleh.This store has the best selection of natural and gourmet
Country Furnishings of Taos
Taos
Here, you'll find unique hand-painted folk-art furniture. The pieces are as individual as the styles of the local folk artists who make them. There are also home accessories, unusual gifts, clothing, and jewelry.Here, you'll find unique hand-painted folk-art furniture. The pieces are
El Rincón Trading Post
Taos
This shop has a real trading-post feel. It's a wonderful place to find turquoise jewelry, whether you're looking for contemporary or antique. In the back of the store is a museum full of Native American and Western artifacts.This shop has a real trading-post feel. It's a wonderful
Farnsworth Gallery Taos
Taos
Sharing space with Caffé Renato, this gallery sells works by painter John Farnsworth, known for his intimate images of horses often painted close up and at imaginative angles. Other painters are represented as well, all utilizing themes linked to nature.Sharing space with Caffé Renato, this gallery sells works by
Fenix Gallery
Taos
The Fenix Gallery focuses on Taos artists with national and/or international collections and reputations who live and work in Taos. The work is primarily nonobjective and very contemporary. Some "historic" artists are represented as well.The Fenix Gallery focuses on Taos artists with national and/or
Inger Jirby Gallery
Taos
The word expressionist could have been created to define the work of internationally known artist Inger Jirby. Full of bold color and passionate brush strokes, Jirby's oils record the lives and landscapes of villages from the southwestern U.S. to Guatemala to Bali. This gallery, which meanders back through a 400-year-old adobe house, is a feast for the eyes and soul.The word expressionist could have been created to define the
Mariposa Boutique
Taos
What first caught my eye in this little shop were bright chile-pepper-print overalls for kids. Closer scrutiny brought me to plenty of finds for myself, such as suede and rayon broomstick skirts and Mexican-style dresses, perfect for showing off turquoise jewelry.What first caught my eye in this little shop were
Michael McCormick Gallery
Taos
Nationally renowned artists dynamically play with Southwestern themes in the works hanging at this gallery, steps from the plaza. Especially notable are the bright portraits by Miguel Martinez. If the gallery's namesake is in, strike up a conversation about art or poetry.Nationally renowned artists dynamically play with Southwestern themes in the
Moby Dickens Bookshop
Taos
This is Taos's best bookstore, with comfortable places to sit and read. You'll find children's and adults' collections of Southwest, Native American, and out-of-print books.This is Taos's best bookstore, with comfortable places to sit
Nichols Taos Fine Art Gallery
Taos
Here you will find traditional works in all media, including Western and cowboy art.Here you will find traditional works in all media, including
Overland Sheepskin Company
Taos
You can't miss the romantically weathered barn sitting on a meadow north of town. Inside, you'll find anything you can imagine in leather: coats, gloves, hats, slippers. The coats here are exquisite, from oversize ranch styles to tailored blazers in a variety of leathers from sheepskin to buffalo hide.You can't miss the romantically weathered barn sitting on a
Parks Gallery
Taos
Some of the region's finest contemporary art decks the walls of this gallery just off the plaza. Some of the top artists here include Melissa Zink, Jim Wagner, Susan Contreres, and Erin Currier.Some of the region's finest contemporary art decks the walls
Philip Bareiss Gallery
Taos
The works of some 30 leading Taos artists, including sculptor and painter Ron Davis, painter Norbert Voelkel, and watercolorist Patricia Sanford, are exhibited here, along with early Taos modernists.The works of some 30 leading Taos artists, including sculptor
San Francisco de Asis Gift Shop
Taos
Local devotional art fills this funky little shop behind the San Francisco de Asis church. Retablos (altar paintings), rosary beads, and hand-carved wooden crosses appeal to a range of visitors, from the deeply religious to the pagan power shopper.Local devotional art fills this funky little shop behind the
Stephen Kilborn Pottery
Taos
Visiting this shop in town is a treat, but for a real adventure, go 17 miles south of Taos toward Santa Fe to Stephen Kilborn's studio in Pilar, open Monday to Saturday 11am to 5pm and noon to 4pm on Sunday. There, you'll see where the pottery is made.Visiting this shop in town is a treat, but for
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