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Regarding the wildfires in New Mexico, so many of you have expressed your personal thoughts, prayers, support and even poems. I just LOVED one poem written by Laura Metz Thompson, and so I am sharing here with her permission:
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My Prayer for NM
Your love force is stronger than wind.
Your passionate culture and love burns brighter and hotter than fire.
Your people have roots which cannot be upturned.
Your faith in mother earth and heaven are a bridge to stand upon, holding hands and looking to the stars.
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Oh it's a beautiful poem, with a message of enduring strength that comes from our proud heritage: centuries and centuries of cultural histories, customs, traditions and wisdom that make New Mexico truly unique. Our skies and landscapes are a symphony of color, where the rhythm of nature brings strong healing medicine and an intense spirit of both pride and humility. There is nowhere else like it, in my humble opinion, and the poem conveys what we feel inside (perhaps a silent yet strong emotion) as we prepare to move forward from the catastrophic damage. I paired the poem with my painting called "Fall into Winter." |
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Fishing at Morphy Lake in Mora Valley |
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The Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak Fire is the largest in state history, and it still burns. The destruction is extensive, the many types of losses are irreversible and irreplaceable, and the effects will be long lasting, but it could have been a LOT worse. Thousands of fire personnel from across the U.S. and even from Canada worked tirelessly to safeguard as much as they could. For months, they toiled around the clock, battling winds and sleeping in tents after 60 hour shifts, ever vigilant in guarding the fire lines and pouncing on spot fires that continually erupt due to blowing embers. We are deeply deeply grateful.
Amid the inferno's chaos, there were a few bright moments. Remember the couple we had lunch with at the Taos Ag Center when we signed up to feed the evacuees? She was undergoing chemotherapy, he just had back surgery, they didn’t know if their house survived… yet were so thankful for all the support and happy to meet and bond with new people. They invited us for a future dinner in Mora – "If we still have a house."
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They DO! They called to let us know their house survived! The forest on one side is okay (for a ways), but the other side looks like burned match sticks poking up from the scorched ground. Overjoyed to be back home, they didn’t even mind cleaning out the refrigerator. Mind you, the electricity was off for weeks, and the contents had spoiled and rotted with some pretty gruesome smells and textures... BUT, feeling elated and fortunate, they grabbed their rags and Clorox water and happily got to work. When things calm down more, we'll accept their invitation. It will be a happy, celebratory occasion, and plus I need to see Mora with my own eyes. I still haven't heard about Lake Morphy... I fear the worst.
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And now for another bit of good news that I'm sharing from the "Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak" Facebook page. I shared this on my own page, but many of you don't use Facebook, and the story is too heartwarming and wonderful for anyone to miss.
Meet "Cinder," the sweet baby elk that was rescued on May 21 by the brave and caring Missoula Fire Department engine crew from Montana. Checking a burned forest area near Gascon for residual heat (to safeguard against spot fires erupting), they spotted this little one. Firefighter Nate Sink said, "She was lying quietly in a six-inch deep layer of white ash, surrounded by the blackened remains of fir trees.”
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At first, they thought her momma was nearby, so they watched and waited for about an hour. They also looked all around for adult elk prints, a sign that momma had been there and might return, but nothing. Finally, they scooped Cinder up and carried her to safety. |
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Little Cinder Found in Ash |
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Firefighter Nate Sink Giving Cinder Fluids |
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Their page says, "Fortunately, local ranchers Lisa and Carl Bartley knew just what to do. Their family veterinarian, Dr. Bill Brainard, recommended rehydrating Cinder with a mix of condensed milk and water, until specially formulated milk could be obtained....Local Fish and Game Officer Logan Eshem recommended that Cinder be entrusted to the care of Dr. Ramsey (founder of New Mexico Wildlife Center in Espanola, NM). The Bartleys loaded Cinder into their truck and met Dr. Ramsey in Las Vegas, NM." |
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"Cinder is now safe at the Cottonwood Veterinary clinic. She has gotten the hang of bottle-feeding, and a surrogate-mother elk at the refuge has taken on the duties of cleaning and bestowing affection on the little orphan. Cinder will spend an estimated four months at the refuge, before becoming eligible for release into the wild."
Thank you Missoula Fire Department!
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We are fortunate. For a while, it felt like we were standing on the precipice of history. Helpless, we didn't know how this fire would turn out. As of today (June 12), 320,333 acres have burned (about 500 square miles) and 70% containment (wonderful!). In talking to quite a few people who were "in the know" so to speak, this fire could really have been a lot worse. There were many projections and expectations that it would burn over a million acres. The loss and impact are devastating and heartbreaking, but the alternative is unthinkable. I'm so grateful for ALL of the fire personnel. Thank you!...
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Midnight Fire (Photo: Calf Canyon/Hermit's Peak Facebook) |
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Moving Stump from Fire Line ((Photo: Calf Canyon/Hermit's Peak Facebook) |
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Scooper Aircraft (Photo: Calf Canyon/Hermit's Peak Facebook) |
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However, as we make progress on the Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak Fire, we are also dealing with other devastating fires in our area and across the state. The new Midnight Fire that is 4.5 miles NNE of El Rito in Rio Arriba County has burned 3,478 acres and is 0% contained. The Black Fire burning in the Gila wilderness is now the second largest wildfire in NM history (right behind our horrendous fire). Located 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences, it has burned over 300,000 acres and is only 42% contained. We have gone from winds and drought to oppressive heat and drought. Not good.
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La Luz de Taos: An Art Lovers Dream |
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Big art news here in Taos. The Couse-Sharp Historic Site, which has always promoted the historical and cultural roots of Taos art, is gaining national/international attention and prominence.
Say hello to Virginia Couse Leavitt, granddaughter of Eanger Irving Couse (founding member and the first president of the Taos Society of Artists) and my dear friend of 30 years. "Ginnie" had an ambitious vision, and after hard work spanning decades, it came to fruition in the most spectacular way.
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She wanted to expand the Couse-Sharp Historic Site to become a hub for art historians, artists, museum curators and students. Over the past few years, her vision gained traction and construction began. In March, La Luz de Taos kicked off – the first biennial Gala exhibition at the new Lunder Research Center. The old adobe space was repaired and refurbished to create a state-of-the-art, 5,000-square-foot museum facility dedicated to the Taos Society of Artists and their inspirational legacy. This magnificent achievement will host archives, collections, a library and exhibits to increase awareness of and appreciation for the multicultural story championed by the artists of Taos.
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Newly Constructed Library |
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Davison Koenig (Executive Director), Me & Chris Morel (Friend & Artist) |
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For all of the events, it was truly a “Who’s Who” for the art world. Artists, collectors, donors and art lovers came together to raise funds and vie for a chance at 39 exhibition pieces (paintings, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, and fashion) and silent auction pieces. It was a smashing success – one of the nicest, loveliest events I’ve attended. And the best part was celebrating Ginnie’s 90th birthday! To commemorate her vision and hard work, artist Ed Smida unveiled a life-size bust to be installed in the Center. Congratulations Ginny!
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Me & My Donated Painting with the Happy Buyers: Rose & Rob Chappell |
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Me & Artist Roseta Santiago |
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To inquire or request a high-resolution photo, contact 575.770.6360 or email edsandovalart@gmail.com. For all available paintings, click HERE.
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"Fall in the Valley" (36x48) |
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"Chile Ristras on the Line" (30x36) |
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"Fresh Mountain Rain" (39x63) |
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Santa Fe Show: July 22nd (Opening) & 23rd (Demo) |
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Only a little over a month until my next solo-artist show at Canyon Road Contemporary Art, and I'm painting every day to get ready. This year, we're doing things a bit differently: the opening reception is Friday evening, July 22nd (5 - 7pm) and my outdoor painting demonstration is Saturday, July 23rd (11am - 4pm).
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Ad for Painting Demo in Santa Fe Magazine
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Taking More Work to the Gallery & Luna (Gallery Puppy) |
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I'm looking forward to the show, which is getting lots of attention! Western Art Collector magazine is doing a feature for their July issue. Also, Santa Fe Magazine is doing a large feature for their August issue – Since it's a quarterly publication, the timing necessitated the ad appear in their most recent issue, and we will wait until August for the full feature.
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"Distant Vistas" is the exciting theme, which lets me focus on stunning views of distance throughout the state. Nothing more beautiful than our mountain ranges and valleys, with adobe casitas and churches tucked away in the rural areas found only by taking the back roads. Just love that. Hope you can make one or both of the days – will be so fun!
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Many of you asked me if I still have prints of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Questa. Yes I do! The parish ordered more prints, so their fundraiser is still going on.
$50 gets you a print (18x24) signed by me, and I cover shipping. Please make checks payable to Saint Anthony Parish & mail to: Ed Sandoval Gallery, 119 Quesnel Street, Taos, NM 87571. Thank you!
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119 Quesnel Street, Taos, NM 87571
www.edsandovalgallery.com | (575) 770-6360 | edsandovalart@gmail.com
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