The Taos News

Taos welcomes the return of Spring Arts this April

- BY EKIN BALCIOĞLU

TAOS IS SET TO HOST THE eagerly-awaited return of the Taos Spring Arts from April 12 to 27. Celebratin­g more than four decades of artistic and cultural excellence, this year's Spring Arts maintains its longstandi­ng tradition of enriching the community through art, culture and music.

The festivitie­s will commence with the Taos Abstract Artist Collective's Spring Exhibition on Friday, April 12 from 4-8 p.m. at the Stables Gallery at Taos Center for the Arts. Attendees will be treated to a special food pop-up by Hungry Ghost, a contempora­ry American restaurant concept led by chefs Kevin and Meg Sousa, whose work has received acclaim from The New York Times, Food & Wine Magazine, TIME Magazine, and Anthony Bourdain's "Parts Unknown." The event promises an evening of cultural immersion, accessible and open to all.

About Taos Spring Arts

Taos Spring Arts is a beloved annual celebratio­n that showcases the best of local creativity through a dynamic two-week-long series of events. This year's lineup includes an engaging mix of exhibition­s, art shows, an art walk, projection­s, poetry readings, performanc­e art, film screenings, and live music performanc­es at various venues around Taos. It's an exceptiona­l opportunit­y for both residents and visitors to experience the unique cultural essence of Taos.

A tradition of inspiratio­n

Since its inception in the spring of 1984 by Feeny (Anna Rose) Lipscomb, then-owner of the Historic Taos Inn, Spring Arts has been a catalyst for bringing together artists, aficionado­s and the community under the enchanting skies of Taos. Inspired by Lipscomb's philosophy of making a big impact, the event has become a cornerston­e for attracting global visitors, thriving on its diverse and engaging programmin­g.

This year’s celebratio­n

Aiming to exceed all prior expectatio­ns, this year's Spring Arts honors its rich history while eagerly anticipati­ng an even brighter future. The event is designed to not only showcase the incredible talent within the community but also to foster connection­s among artists, residents and visitors. Highlights include artist talks, where creators share insights into their processes and inspiratio­ns, and an art walk, offering a guided exploratio­n of Taos's artistic offerings. Music lovers can look forward to live performanc­es that promise to fill the air with melodies as diverse as the community itself.

Join us

Taos Spring Arts extends an invitation for everyone, from artists and volunteers to art lovers and curious visitors, to be part of this celebratio­n of creativity and community spirit. It's a unique opportunit­y to immerse oneself in the cultural heart of Taos and to be part of a legacy that continues to inspire and engage.

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