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Ed Sandoval Gallery's Newsletter
119 Quesnel Street, Taos, NM 87571
edsandovalart@gmail.com
(575) 770-6360
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Spring Has Sprung in New Mexico! (Sort of...) |
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Last month, I talked about finally getting out of the garage and taking a road trip after the long, long, long, cold winter. After that, the rains came, which was a wonderful blessing but unusual… monsoon season doesn’t normally start until late June. I painted outside a bit, maybe a few hours in the mornings and early afternoons, but then storms, rains and winds kicked up again and back into the garage I went. Quite chilly too, with nighttime temps in the low 40’s even now. But all that rain – we’ll take it! A glorious gift. |
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Whether it's stormy, raining or sunny, everywhere outside is gloriously green! One day while driving into town, there was a car accident in Ranchos de Taos. The police shut down traffic on Paseo in both directions, waving every driver onto side lanes. Turning, we wound up and around on Cuchilla Road, looking down and across the valley. Just wow! The rains have nurtured the lush fields, causing the happy grasses to grow and glow. And to top it off, high waters rushed through acequias as we pulled over to admire the stunning view. I knew in an instant that I had to paint that inspiring spring scene, so I did. |
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Oh to be outside again - if only for part of the day. All the spring green inspired us to buy tomato plants and a cute rose bush. Although waiting until May 30 (a sunny warm day) to plant them, the temperatures at night stayed so low that we still have to cover them with plastic. I hope they don't go into shock, which can stall their growth. Fingers crossed – I so hope to grow one fruitful plant.
Craving to enjoy the great outdoors, we went hiking in the arroyo on our property. It's a fascinating hike, with tons of colorful, water-rounded rocks along the sandy bottom and tree roots burrowing down the sides to hopefully get some water. We normally walk up the arroyo toward the Picuris Mountains, but on occasion we love going the other way, through what we call the "Coyote Culvert" to the other side of the highway.
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We named it Coyote Culvert because before and after the actual metal tunnel, you can see hundreds of coyote footprints in the sand. They must use the arroyo like a wildlife highway. We walked their route (carefully), looking at the beautiful, huge piñon trees and stunning views as the arroyo wound through the pristine landscape. |
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Since a picture is worth a thousand words, I'll end with three photos from recent car rides through magical northern New Mexico - always a symphony of light and color. |
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"Returning Home at Dusk" (30x40) |
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"Lower Chama Valley Shadows" (24x36) |
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Valley Fields of Taos (36x60) |
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Best of Taos - Best Artist |
THANK YOU TAOS! The 2023 Taos News voting results are in, and I was chosen as "Best Artist." It's such an honor, and I'm so thankful for the people who take time out of their day to vote in the various categories. It means a lot to the small businesses here.
So again, thank you to the voters, congrats to the receivers of votes and winners, and congrats to all of our businesses who thrive and strive to make Taos the best vacation destination! We have challenges, like the recent phone/Internet outage for three days when the road construction crews cut through a fiber-optic cable bundle, but we persevere and that's what truly counts.
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Talk about a time warp! This gentleman made an appointment to meet me at the gallery, and he brought this painting. It is one that I did for his father in 1968!!!
At the time, I was attending Eastern New Mexico University down in Portales, and his dad was my next door neighbor. I think my car wasn't running, and I offered to trade a painting for some help. He had mechanical knowledge and agreed to work on my car in exchange for a painting that had his old, beloved, antique truck in it.
Now his son has the painting. He wondered if I could tweak/fix the sky because it had some scratches and scrapes from over 50 years of hanging, being moved around, etc. I repainted the sky for him. Such a treat to see that painting again. Oh the memories...
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Trout Unlimited & Upcoming Santa Fe Show |
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I had a fun time at the Trout Unlimited regional conference for their members from the western half of the country. Held at the Sagebrush, I was there signing posters but was also chatting and laughing. Delightful people! They run Trout in the Classroom, where kids raise and learn about trout, and they raise and repopulate native trout. Here in New Mexico, they stock native cutthroat trout in our streams and rivers. In addition, they have special programs for breast cancer survivors who learn to fly fish to build up their muscles, and for veterans. I'm more than happy to participate in and donate to such a worthy cause.
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Finally, save the date! Here's a reminder that on July 28-29, I hope you can join me at my show at Canyon Road Contemporary Art in Santa Fe. Titled Enchantment, it will take place during Spanish Market (which I love doing to honor my Spanish ancestry). On the 28th from 5-7 pm, there's an evening reception with a cash bar and snacks. Maybe music too! That's when my newest works are shown. On the 29th, from 11 am to about 4 pm, I'll do a painting demonstration outside. I love chatting with people while I paint – I can do both at the same time and it gives me energy, so come on by and chat with me.
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Contact
Ed Sandoval Gallery
119 Quesnel Street, Taos, NM 87571
www.edsandovalgallery.com | (575) 770-6360 | edsandovalart@gmail.com
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