Arts

Lumbre Del Sol To Headline Tonight’s Summer Concert

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Members of Lumbre Del Sol, a Latin-Rock group from Santa Fe. Courtesy photo

COUNTY News:

Lumbre Del Sol will headline the Summer Concert tonight at Ashley Pond Park. Entertainment starts at 6 p.m., followed at 7 p.m. by the headliner. N3B is tonight’s concert sponsor.

Lumbre Del Sol is a Latin-Rock group from Santa Fe whose music represents the diverse cultural influences and experiences of the people of New Mexico.

Formed in 1973 by founding member Chris Abeyta after serving in the US Navy, his musical dream was fulfilled. The band continues to entertain audiences with high energy, family Read More

Sunday Drawing Class To Begin At The Karen Wray Gallery

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ART News:

The Karen Wray Gallery is now offering a Sunday morning Beginning Drawing Class by Jared Krupp, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., starting Sunday, Sept. 7, for eight weeks at $240/student plus supplies. 

Students will learn the fundamentals of drawing, including understanding lines, shapes, proportions, perspective, and shading. These elements will provide students with a strong foundation for creating accurate and compelling drawings. 

More Advanced Class:

If you are looking for a more advanced drawing class or have previously taken a beginning drawing Class and want to learn more, Read More

Daily Postcard: Lazuli Bunting Spotted On Los Pueblos

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A Lazuli Bunting is spotted perched on a branch Wednesday morning on Los Pueblos. Two male and one female Lazuli Buntings have been seen on Los Pueblos during the last two days. Lazuli Buntings are small, finchlike, stocky songbirds with cone-shaped bills and gently sloping foreheads. The tail is notched or slightly forked. Male Lazuli Buntings perch upright and sing from exposed perches in low trees and shrubs. They forage at various heights, but spend most of their time in the understory, hopping between branches and on the ground while reaching for insects or seeds. Source: www.allaboutbirds.org. Read More

Baumannia Hits New Mexico Museum Of Art And New Mexico History Museum

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NMDCA News:

SANTA FE — “The Southwest has many surprises in store for the artist in search of inspirational material. If you can visualize this section of the map as a magician pulling rabbits out of a hat, it will produce almost any kind of subject matter you might ask for,” artist Gustave Baumann said at a talk given for the American Association of University Women in Santa Fe, in January of 1954.

In honor of the life and legacy of Baumann, the New Mexico Museum of Art and New Mexico History Museum co-present “Baumannia,” a series of programs and special events inspired Read More

Daily Postcard: Doe Nursing Fawn In Los Alamos

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Daily Postcard: A doe is nursing its fawn Wednesday in Los Alamos. A doe will nurse her fawn several times a day, often hiding the fawn in the undergrowth while she forages. The fawn will typically be left alone for extended periods, relying on its camouflage and the doe’s return for nourishment and care. Photo by Ken Hanson

Fawns with their mom Wednesday in Los Alamos. Photo by Ken Hanson Read More

‘Summer Slowdown: An End Of Summer Celebration’ Heats Up At Museum Of Indian Arts & Culture Aug. 28

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NMDCA News:

The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture invites the community to mark the close of summer with an evening of fun, flavor, and festivities.

“Summer Slowdown: An End of Summer Celebration”, 6-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 28, will feature free food, live music from Sage Lacapa (White Mountain Apache), and a cash bar.

This event is for ages 21+ only. Admission is $10 per person. Museum members can use their promo code for $3 off admission. Enjoy the museum after hours, all exhibits will be open! Read More

Daily Postcard: Calliope Hummingbird In Los Alamos

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Daily Postcard: A flamboyantly beautiful Calliope Hummingbird perches majestically on a feeder recently in Los Alamos. The smallest of the hummingbirds in the United States, Calliope Hummingbirds visit Los Alamos in summertime from July through September. The bold stripes on the adult male’s throat set them apart from other Jemez hummingbirds. Weighing only 3 grams, these birds migrate all the way from southwest Canada to central Mexico. A great place to see hummingbirds is with the free, informal birding group at 10 a.m. Wednesdays in the observation lounge at PEEC’s Los Alamos Nature Read More

Beso Jewelry Will Be At Village Arts Friday Aug. 15

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14k gold ring and earrings with peridot gems. Courtesy/Beso Jewels

Village Arts News:

Beso Jewels will be at Village Arts this month, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, Aug. 15, with several new jewels and some silver by the gram available. 

The August birthstone is Peridot and Beso Jewels will have lots of beautiful jewelry, coins and gemstones. 

Village Arts is at 216 DP Road.

Services:

  • Repairs of all types
  • Custom design
  • Gold and Silver jewelry
  • Silver Coins
  • Appraisals
  • Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds
  • Layaway
  • Beso buys Gold, Silver, Jewelry in any condition, coins, gemstones, and diamonds

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Crafting Class With Sue Souza At Film Festival Aug. 17

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A group of crafters looking over supplies. Courtesy photo

Sue Souza in her crafting element. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Retirement can mean many different things, but for one retired teacher, it is a chance to teach in a whole new way. White Rock resident Sue Souza retired from Los Alamos Public Schools in 2012 and turned her free time into making items for local craft fairs.

Some simple crafts have evolved into numerous different items, able to provide a gift on a moment’s notice. It also allows for one of a kind, custom-made gifts too.

“I first made outfits for babies including onesie dresses, Read More

Learn Traditional Native American Painting With Office Of Archeological Studies At Santa Fe Indian Market Aug. 16

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NMDCA News:

The New Mexico Office of Archaeological Studies (OAS) will join New Mexico Museum of Art (NM MoA) to share techniques for painting replica potsherds using traditional yucca paints and brushes during Indian Market on the Santa Fe Plaza.

The free event at the Creation Station from 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16, will teach children and adults how Native Americans make and share their legacy in art by painting on cookware and artwork. 

 

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