Gifts That Never Stop Giving

 Some say it’s the thought behind a gift that matters. To us, it’s the memories they make that matter even more. That’s why the gift of art is one that never stops giving. 

Explore these hand-selected pieces at the gallery that are perfect for the holidays—each a memory yet to be made.

Dan Ostermiller - Annie, bronze, Ed. of 100, 4 ½ x 3 ¼ x 3 ½ in.

Among Dan Ostermiller’s classic pieces, Annie has long been a sought-after favorite. Now she can find a home with you in any size space.

William Berra - Jacona, New Mexico, oil on linen, 8 x 10 in.

This scene by William Berra immediately brings a sense of serenity and peace with its palette of blues and indigos.

Carolyn Barlock - Millpond, porcelain, Ed. of 3, 4 ½ x 3 ½ in.

Carolyn Barlock has taken the ancient Chinese art of gilded porcelain and brought it into the modern era with this lustrous gold vase.

Priscilla Hoback - Swan Mural (Untitled), stoneware mural, 47 ½ x 20 in.

Earthy, authentic, and real, Priscilla Hoback’s works feel deeply connected to the natural world. A native Santa Fean, Hoback sourced materials from around her ranch in Northern New Mexico.

Ed Smida - Gesture Study, bronze, Ed. of 9, 15 ½ x 6 x 11 in.

In Gesture Study, Ed Smida explores the human form through the graceful pose of a ballet dancer. The result of Smida’s creative curiosity is a piece that feels both organic and elegant.

Betsy James - Yellow Mesa, watercolor & gouache/paper, 5 x 5 in.

Bring a little bit of magic and whimsy to your collection with a piece by Betsy James. Her imaginative works feature geographic and cultural elements of the Southwest in dreamlike combinations.

Glenna Goodacre - The Rescue, bronze, Ed. of 50, 14x 6 ½ x 13 ½ in.

One of master sculptor Glenna Goodacre’s most treasured pieces is available at the gallery once again. The classic Goodacre scene shows the daring rescue of a cat by a few wily, big-hearted children.

Willard Clark - Untitled (Road to Chapel), wood block print, 4 x 4 ½ in.

This piece by Willard Clark packs a lot of Southwestern charm into a compact scene. His joyful prints make an excellent addition to any works on paper collection.

Jemez Wedding Vase

This ceremonial vessel represents the union of two people, with separate spouts becoming one vase—a beautiful symbol of marriage and unity.

Brett Chomer - Bodhi IV, bronze, Ed. of 20, 6 ½ x 8 ¼ x 2 in.

Any dog lovers out there? Sculptor Brett Chomer certainly is, creating pieces inspired by his own Italian Staghound named—you guessed it—Bodhi.  

Allen Polt - Chief Pat Tyhee, oil on board, 8 x 10 in.

Known for his emotive, realistic oil portraits, Allen Polt adds renewed relevance to Western historical figures in his work. 

Mardie Rees - First Steps, bronze, Ed. of 25, 8 ½ x 8 ¼ x 6 in.

Gig Harbor-based sculptor Mardie Rees expertly captures one of the major milestones of motherhood—a baby’s first steps—in this emotional piece.

Sheldon Parsons - Untitled (Autumn Along the Arroyo), oil on panel, 16 ½ x 20 in.

The first Director of the New Mexico Museum of Art in Santa Fe, Sheldon Parsons was known for his Southwestern landscapes. 

Doug Hyde - The Huntress, bronze, Ed. of 15, 24 ¼ x 8 ½ x 7 ½ in.

Oregon-born sculptor Doug Hyde embraces his Nez Perce and Assiniboine heritage through his art, often inspired by traditional Native stories and symbols.

Ralph Pearson - San Felipe, etching, 8 ¾ x 10 ½ in.

One of the great etchers of the 20th century, Ralph Pearson’s work is like a catalog of the glory days of the Southwest, depicting famous buildings and scenes in his prints.

Don L. Reed - Ground Cherry, bronze, 1 ¾ x 1 ¼ x 1 ¼ in.

Playful and tactile, Don L. Reed’s little bronze veggies almost always bring a smile. They come in multiple sizes and varieties, perfect for a table setting, kitchen, or simply the love of whimsy.

Leroy Archuleta - Folk Art Piglets, wood, 6 ½ x 4 ½ x 9 ¼ in.

Son of famed Tesuque folk artist Felipe Archuleta, Leroy’s work follows his father’s unmistakable style of ferocious yet delightful wood carvings of animals. The Archuletas are considered the first non-Santero wood carvers in New Mexico.

Blue Corn - San Ildefonso Polychrome Pot

Crucita Gonzales Calabaza, better known as Blue Corn, was a San Ildefonso potter who helped revive the Pueblo’s tradition of polychrome pottery.