Aug. 15-16
Wheelwright Museum Benefit Sale
Aug. 14, 3-6 p.m., preview of benefit sale items Aug. 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Benefit Sale; 10 a.m.noon, Case Trading Post Artist Showcase Aug. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Benefit Sale; 9 a.m.-noon, Case Trading Post Artist Demonstration The Wheelwright Museum’s largest fundraiser, this event supports educational programs, exhibits and the Wheelwright’s commitment to the presentation of Native American art.
Zuni carvers have been evolving their craft from simple found stones to elegant carvings. An online exhibition at Dancing Rabbit Gallery explores this trend, which has recently continued to evolve with larger sculptures that can no longer be carried in one’s pocket for good fortune, but are significant sculptures in their own right. The Dancing Rabbit Gallery www.thedancingrabbitgallery.com Aug. 15-Oct. 31 27 Cochiti Pottery Then and Now Aug. 15, 1-3 p.m., artist reception This exhibition features new designs by Harlan Reano and Lisa Holt as well as historic utilitarian Cochiti pottery. Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery www.foxpueblopottery.com Aug. 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 27 Indian Market Opening: Chessney Sevier Artist Chessney Sevier shows his small Wyoming landscapes, kicking off Indian Market at Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery. Artist will be present. Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery www.foxpueblopottery.com Aug. 16, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 50 Karen Clarkson: Art Demo Clarkson conducts a demonstration of her oil paintings and graphite drawings of Native Americans, cowboys, ravens and crows. True West of Santa Fe www.truewestgallery.com Aug. 16, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 40 Best of Show Ceremony and Luncheon Sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) This exclusive, members-only event brings together the top award-winning artists and the Indian Market community to celebrate this year’s best work. The event begins with the awards announcement presentation and is followed by a celebratory luncheon for the Best of Show and Best of Classification winners. Award sponsors attend as well as those who want first look at all the award-winning pieces. A special preview of IM: EDGE contemporary show is included. Santa Fe Community Convention Center www.swaia.org Aug. 16, 1-3 p.m. 27 Hopi Katsina Room Grand Opening Carvers Darance Makwesa Chimerica, Manuel Denet Chavarria, Randy Brokeshoulder and others will be present during the grand opening of the gallery’s Hopi Katsina Room. Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery www.foxpueblopottery.com Aug. 16, 2-4 p.m. 40 Sneak Preview of Award-winning Art The Sneak Preview allows visitors the opportunity to view phenomenal award-winning artworks before the market opens on Saturday morning, and to meet SWAIA “Best of Show” artists in an exclusive setting. Attendees can also see a preview of IM: EDGE contemporary show. Tickets: $150 Santa Fe Community Convention Center www.swaia.org Aug. 16, 6-8:30 p.m. 40 General Preview of Award-winning Art Following the Sneak Preview, the public will have the opportunity to preview award-winning art at a reduced ticket price. Avid