SANTA FE In August
The biggest, most comprehensive calendar of Native American arts exhibitions, events and sales in and around the 2019 Santa Fe Indian Market.
Aug. 1-18 The Summer 2019 Online Show & Sale Currently in its second year the Antique Tribal Art Dealers Association presents its online show and sale featuring fine Native American art available for purchase online. Online- Antique Tribal Art Dealers Association www.atada.org Aug.1-sept. 30 15 Sandra Cohoe Aug. 1, 4-7 p.m., artist reception New works will be on view for talented Diné artist Sandra Cohoe, living in the Phoenix area but based out of Two Grey Hills, Aug. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, 2-3 p.m. 57 Weekly Guided Indian Arts Research Center Tours Tours are held every Wednesday and Friday through the month of August, exploring the IARC’S outstanding collection of Native American art, including pottery, jewelry, textiles and clothing, paintings, basketry and drums. $15; free for SAR members School for Advanced Research www.sarweb.org August 3-4 51 Great Southwestern Antique Show Aug. 2, 1-6 p.m., charity sneak preview Attendees can browse a range of objects at this annual show, including home decor and furnishings, Native American artifacts, Navajo rugs, jewelry, pottery, linens, ethnographic art, clothing, rare books and more. Tickets: $12/day general admission; $20 for 2-day pass; $100 charity preview Manuel Lujan Exhibit Complex, New Mexico State Fairgrounds www.gswevents.com Aug. 5 1 Pueblo Storage Jars and Dough Bowls This show features historic-era storage jars and dough bowls from a variety of different Pueblos. Adobe Gallery www.adobegallery.com Aug. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 57 Artist talk, reception, and open studio with Ian Kuali’i Ian Kuali’i presents on his mixed media works and time as the School for Advanced Research’s 2019 Ronald and Susan Dubin Native artist fellow. Raised in Maui, Hawaii, Kuali’i draws inspiration from his Apache and Native Hawaiian heritage in order to address themes of urban decay through murals, large-scale hand-cut paper works, prints and earthworks/land art. Free and open to the public. Eric S. Dobkin Boardroom www.sarweb.org
Aug. 9-18 5 Jean Sahmie: A Tribute to a Long and Productive Career Aug. 9, noon-5 p.m., opening reception Works in clay by Jean Sahmie, great great granddaughter of the famous Nampeyo of Hano from Hopi Pueblo, will be on view. Andrea Fisher Fine Pottery www.andreafisherpottery.com Aug. 8-11 13 Objects of Art Santa Fe Aug. 8, 6-9 p.m., opening night party Aug. 9-11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., show Celebrating its decennial anniversary, Objects of Art brings together 70 distinguished gallery owners and dealers from around the world offering thousands of handmade works of art. Tickets: $75 opening night, $15 general admission, $25 run-of-show El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe www.objectsofartsantafe.com Aug. 9-12 40 The Whitehawk Antique Show Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m., opening night Aug. 10-12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., show The Whitehawk Show features antique Native American art and ethnographic materials from dealers like Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery, David Cook Galleries, Chipeta Trading Company, Dancing Wolf Gallery and others. Tickets: $85 opening, $15 general admission, $25 run-of-show Santa Fe Community Convention Center www.whitehawkshows.com Aug. 9-Sept. 7 58 Solo Exhibition: Rose B. Simpson Aug. 9, 5-7 p.m., opening reception Chiaroscuro Contemporary Art hosts a solo exhibition for Rose B. Simpson, held at the Wheelwright Museum. With the theme of “vulnerability,” new works by Simpson will be on display through September 7. Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian www.chiaroscurosantafe.com Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 59 Hangin’ with the Masters Artist Showcase Wright’s Indian Art in Albuquerque presents its second annual Hangin’ with the Masters showcase. Wright’s Indian Art www.wrightsgallery.com Aug. 10-11 43 Allard Auctions’ Best of Santa Fe Auction The 26th annual sale features American Indian artifacts, art and related collectibles. Scottish Rite Masonic Center www.allardauctions.com Aug. 10-11 52 Gallup Native Arts Market The Gallup Native Arts Market, currently in its second year, allows highly skilled artists from the region to showcase original artwork and make an economic impact in their “backyards.” Downtown Gallup next to Courthouse Square www.gallupnativeartsmarket.org Aug. 10-Sept. 2 32 Artistry & Innovation: A Celebration of Pueblo Pottery A collection of 25 historic Pueblo pots, dating from 1850 to 1920, will be showcased. The pots were assembled over a period of 30 years. Morning Star Gallery www.morningstargallery.com
August 11-31 54 San Ildefonso Pottery, 1600-1930 Honoring the lesser-known but invaluable art of San Ildefonso pottery, this exhibition at the MIAC tells the stories of San Ildefonso art through the artists’and community’s own interpretations and meanings. Museum of Indian Arts and Culture www.miaclab.org Opening Aug. 12 1 Artworks of San Ildefonso Pueblo This show focuses on the historic pottery of San Ildefonso, but will also include a handful of exceptional contemporary pottery pieces and early paintings. Adobe Gallery www.adobegallery.com Aug. 13-16 13 Antique American Indian Art Show Aug. 13, 6-9 p.m., opening night Aug. 14-16, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., show Galleries and dealers like Blue Rain Gallery, Buffalo Barry’s Indian Art, Chimayo Trading Del Norte, Cowboy and Indian Antiques, James Compton Gallery and more exhibit top Native American treasures. El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe Tickets: $75 opening night, $15 general admission, $25 run-of-show www.antiqueindianartshow.com Aug. 13-18 35 Native Cinema Showcase In partnership with the National Museum of the American Indian, the 19th annual Native Cinema Showcase kicks off an almost week-long film festival highlighting the contributions of Native films and filmmakers. Free and open to the public. New Mexico History Museum www.swaia.org Aug. 14-18 20 Sunwest on the Plaza Sunwest on the Plaza—dealing in authentic handmade Native American and Southwest style turquoise jewelry, Pueblo pottery, art and sculpture—shows works at the Hilton of Santa Fe. Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza www.sunwestontheplaza.com Aug. 14-21 44 Coming of Age | Mescalero Apache Maidens Aug. 14, 5-7 p.m., artist reception Powerful and striking photography by Jan Butchofsky will be on view. Shelby House www.shelbyhousesf.com Aug. 15, noon-2 p.m. 39 Karen Clarkson: Art Demo Choctaw painter and graphite artist Karen Clarkson gives an art demo at Pottery of the Southwest. Pottery of the Southwest www.potteryofthesouthwest.com Aug. 15, 1 p.m. 13 The story behind the Creation of a new Hopi Basket, “Pootsaya” with Iva Honyestewa Presented at the Antique American Indian Art Show, Iva Honyestewa presents the story behind the creation of a new Hopi basket, “Pootsaya.” She shares how and why she created the basket and what she went through in the process. El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe www.antiqueindianartshow.com Aug. 15, 2-4 p.m. 45 Indian Market Celebration Ken Williams Jr. and Sonwai exhibit new works at Shiprock Santa Fe gallery. Shiprock Santa Fe www.shiprocksantafe.com Aug. 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m. 27 Book Signing A book signing of The Great Tradition of Hopi Katsina Carvers will be held with author Barry Walsh. Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery www.foxpueblopottery.com Aug. 15-17 29 30 Indian Market Group Exhibition Aug. 15, 5-7:30 p.m., Palace Avenue opening reception Aug. 16, 5-7:30 p.m., Canyon Road opening reception Manitou Galleries hosts its most anticipated event of the year. A gathering of friends, artists and
collectors, the show presents the best selection of painting, sculpture, collectibles and jewelry that Manitou has to offer. Manitou Galleries www.manitougalleries.com Aug. 15-18 5 Richard Zane Smith: New Works & Demonstration Aug. 15, 5-7 p.m., opening reception; Aug. 16, 10-3 p.m., artist demonstration New works in clay will be on view by renowned Wyandot artist Richard Zane Smith. Andrea Fisher Fine Pottery www.andreafisherpottery.com Aug. 15, 3-5 p.m. 25 Anticipate King Galleries’ first show of Indian Market weekend features new paintings by George Alexander, Marla Allison and Les Namingha along with bronzes by Tammy Garcia and Autumn Borts. King Galleries www.kinggalleries.com Aug. 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 28 Artist Reception Party A majority of Malouf on the Plaza’s top artists show new works and share their inspirations with customers. Artists Douglas Magnus, Artie Yellowhorse, White Buffalo, Billy Jaramillo, Jeff Dement, Danny Stewart, Scott Diffrient, Etkie, Dian Malouf, Nick Cunningham and many others will be in attendance for this year’s event, which is free and open to the public. Malouf on the Plaza www.maloufontheplaza.com Aug. 15, 7-10 p.m. 40 Indian Market Kick Off Party This all-ages event, free and open to the public, includes entertainment and a special preview of the IM: EDGE contemporary show. Santa Fe Community Convention Center www.swaia.org Aug. 15-18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 16 Faust Gallery’s Santa Fe Indian Market 2019 Show Aug. 15, 5-9 p.m., opening night Faust Gallery exhibits works by various artists including Ira Lujan, Tammy Garcia, Jody Folwell, Nancy Youngblood, Nathan Youngblood and Russell Sanchez. Artists will be in attendance during opening night as well as live music and a book signing with Paula A. Baxter. Faust Gallery www.faustgallery.com Aug. 15-18 12 Indian Market Show at Eldorado Hotel Multiple dealers and galleries showcase display exquisite Native American art during Indian Market including Sandbar Trading, Western Trading Post, Gallup Trading and Turkey Mountain Traders. Eldorado Hotel & Spa www.eldoradohotel.com Aug. 15-19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 26 Kim Seyesnem Obrzut Gallery Show Hopi artist Kim Seyesnem Obrzut presents new works in fine bronze sculpture. La Fonda on the Plaza, Exchange Room www.kimobrzut.com Aug. 15-31 7 Annual Celebration of Native American Art Group Exhibition Aug. 15, 5-8 p.m., artist reception Featuring artwork by Dan Friday, Jody Naranjo, Chris Pappan, Starr Hardridge, Thomas Breeze Marcus, Hyrum Joe, Lisa Holt and Harlan Reano, and Maria Samora, these artists reflect what is exciting, unique and collectible in contemporary Native art. Blue Rain Gallery www.blueraingallery.com Aug. 15-31 46 Native American Group Show Aug. 15, 5-7:30 p.m., artist reception The group show features all of the gallery’s Native American artists, including Ben Nighthorse, Ray Tracey, Kevin Red Star, and Cody Sanderson and many others. These four leading artists will be signing specialty posters and answering questions about their work. Sorrel Sky Gallery www.sorrelsky.com Aug. 15-Sept. 15 6 Replenish II An upcoming show at Authentic Traditions Gallery features the unique Zuni pottery paintings of Anthony Gchachu. Authentic Traditions Gallery www.authentictraditionsgallery.com Aug. 15-Oct. 15 Moving From Fetishes to Complex Sculpture: The Evolution of Zuni Carvers