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who is blue rain contemporary? | 02.23.2010
Blue Rain Contemporary is the newest incarnation of Blue Rain Gallery. Our first satellite location is located in Scottsdale, Arizona where we plan to take in the warmth of the desert sun while offering residents and visitors of Scottsdale a unique contemporary art experience.
the transformation of blue rain gallery | 02.08.2010
Blue Rain Gallery has been through a great transformation from its humble beginnings as a source for Native American crafts, to showing the finest in contemporary Native American and regional art, all the way to its most recent eclecticism in contemporary art.
leroy garcia elected | 12.10.2009
Blue Rain Owner, Leroy Garcia has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the Museum of New Mexico foundation...
l.a. art show | 12.08.2009
Join us in Los Angeles...
casting andrea | 08.14.2009
See the process of turning a clay sculpture into a bronze beauty courtesy of the craftspeople at Bronzesmith Foundry
the august newsletter | 08.10.2009
For nearly two decades the Blue Rain Gallery has been committed to excellence in Native American Art and Indian Market has become a keystone of its existence. More...
tammy creates a new sculpture | 08.09.2009
mateo romero in the studio | 08.09.2009
indian market | 08.04.2009
The better part of each year is spent in anticipation of what has become a cornerstone in Blue Rain Gallery’s seventeen year existence—Indian Market. Even with the gradual changes that we have made over the years, the focus of Native American art has remained vital to Blue Rain Gallery’s reputation and core; however, the place where Blue Rain Gallery makes it’s mark is with its continued commitment to innovation and refinement.
interview with arthur lopez | 06.29.2009
Watch Art Lopez talk about his work, his techniques and his materials.
the june newsletter | 06.03.2009
The Summer starts to heat up with multiple shows in June... read all about it.
the may newsletter | 05.04.2009
Blue Rain Gallery welcomes the month of May with a three man show that is sure to please.
sofa new york 2009 | 03.02.2009
We're looking forward to attending SOFA New York for the second year! Join us April 16 - 19, 2009.
in the studio with doug west | 02.09.2009
Blue Rain Gallery is proud to bring you inside the studio of Doug West. Doug has been capturing the magical skies and environment of the great Southwest for over 20 years.
is art the right investment for you? | 01.20.2009
One of the best hedges against inflation is the buying and collecting of art from well established, living artists.
--Daniel Wolfus, Private Equity Investor
larry vasquez in the studio | 01.06.2009
We invite you inside the studio of Larry Vasquez as he creates "Birthing of a Snow Maiden"
painting demonstration by tony abeyta | 11.28.2008
Watch Tony Abeyta create one of his famous landscape paintings right before you eyes.
back from chicago! | 11.11.2008
The Blue Rain Gallery staff is heading back to Santa Fe . . .
a time honored tradition: tammy garcia fires a black pot | 11.03.2008
ben mcpherson creating "searching" | 10.06.2008
benjamin mcpherson takes a leap of faith | 09.24.2008
Blue Rain Gallery is proud to showcase the work of the exceptionally talented Benjamin McPherson October 3 - 17.
in the studio with glass artist shelley muzylowski allen | 09.08.2008
Watch glass artist Shelley Muzylowski Allen at work in her studio.
les namingha in the studio | 08.15.2008
in the studio with Les Namingha
indian market week 2008 | 08.05.2008
new works by jim vogel | 07.17.2008
new works by gustavo victor goler | 07.17.2008
blue rain glass artists shine in july | 07.08.2008
Blue Rain’s artists are known for pushing the boundaries of their medium, and the newest additions to the gallery’s roster of stars more than live up to that reputation.
tammy garcia creates | 06.27.2008
buffalo maiden goes to the capitol | 06.10.2008
Visitors to the State Capitol are now greeted upon entering by Tammy Garcia’s monumental bronze sculpture, Buffalo Maiden, a gift from Blue Rain Gallery to the Capitol Art Collection...
blue rain features new works by deborah rael buckley | 06.02.2008
blue rain features new works by randall lagro | 05.29.2008
brg goes to sofa | 05.27.2008
One of the coolest shows in the world to celebrate contemporary art and design is SOFA (the International Exposition of Sculpture Objects and Functional Art), and this year’s 11th annual expo in New York, held May 29–June 1, is one of the coolest yet...
governor's award goes to tammy garcia | 05.15.2008
Speaking of lifetime achievement awards, it’s rare for someone as young as Tammy Garcia to be honored alongside artists whose body of work spans an entire lifetime...
indian market news | 05.10.2008
After a number years of displaying innovative work at Indian Market and winning many of its top awards, it’s only fitting that Blue Rain Gallery has become an official sponsor of this year’s event....
mateo romero and hyrum joe | 05.01.2008
Friday’s opening for painters Hyrum Joe and Mateo Romero promises some exciting new twists from these acclaimed artists...
visions in glass ii a gala event | 04.30.2008
Most art openings these days are all about the social side of art, with the work itself often relegated to the role of supporting player rather than main event...
the making of visions in glass | 02.04.2008
blue rain features new artist david bradley | 02.01.2008
Sleeping Indians and Georgia O'Keeffe...
11th annual artfeast edible art tour | 01.30.2008
What are you craving? The 11th annual ARTfeast Edible Art Tour is bringing together two of Santa Fe’s most revered treasures, great food and fine art....
tony abeyta video blog | 01.14.2008
Music by Andy Pink
Video by Gabriel Mozart Steven Abeyta
blue rain gallery exhibits at the marin show | 01.10.2008
24th Annual Marin Show Art of the Americas is on the horizon and the staff at Blue Rain Gallery is raring to go...
tammy garcia transition to glass | 11.12.2007
Known for taking traditional pottery to entire new levels, Tammy Garcia continues to set a standard for Native American Art. Having become proficient- and prolific-in both pottery and bronze sculpture, Garcia soon began to yearn for additional challenges and new forms of expression.
exhibits at sofa chicago - preston singletary | 09.27.2007
sofa chicago | 09.03.2007
Blue Rain Gallery will be exhibiting at the Fourteenth Annual Exposition of Sculpture Objects and Functional Art (SOFA) at Chicago's Navy Pier in November of 2007.
gallery expansion | 08.29.2007
Blue Rain Gallery expands its Santa Fe location by adding an additional 4,800 square feet of display space. The new addition features 12 foot high ceilings, track lighting and a beautiful Brazilian slate tile floor. The new area allows ample room for viewing large sculptures which creates a museum like quality to the space.
tony abeyta: in my studio: video | 07.30.2007
"I never want to be labeled ‘predictable’,” said Abeyta. “I want to challenge myself and surprise the viewer, deviating from previous years’ works. I thrive on the unexpected and believe people will find some of that in this show.” --Tony Abeyta
spanish market video | 06.22.2007
Spanish Market is upon us! Witness one of the fastest growing stars among New Mexico painters, Jim Vogel as he explains his creative process. Then, mark your calendars for a visit to Blue Rain Gallery, July 20 at 5:30 pm, Santa Fe. Take this opportunity to ask Jim detailed questions about the piece you want to add to your art collection.
deborah rael-buckley video blog | 06.04.2007
Deborah Rael-Buckley creates life-size chair and figure ceramic sculptures layered with meaning and rich symbolism. Each stoneware piece is coil built without the benefit of forms or armature. The sculptures feature branches, bones, ropes, writing, and symbols intertwined to create negative spaces and a play of light and shadow. The elements coalesce into commentary about culture, religion, and family.
star liana york - video blog part 2 | 05.23.2007
In part two, Star Liana York, in her studio, visits with Tammy Garcia. Behold the dynamics of these two artists as they unveil their new bronze collaboration piece “Chaco”. Listen while Tammy Garcia explains how this unique sculpture is a true collaboration.
star liana york - video blog part 1 | 05.03.2007
In our most recent Video Blog, Star Liana York speaks about her artistic vision and inspiration. This exquisite sculptor describes her creative endeavors to a handful of guests. Spend a few moments and take a peak at the artistic world of Star Liana York.
Enjoy!
randall lagro video | 04.20.2007
Watch and listen to this new video as Randall LaGro discusses his methods, techniques, and materials in creating his intuitive paintings and monotypes. Discover Randall’s personal thoughts regarding a shift in mindset toward his new paintings.
Randall LaGro will exhibit a new body of his unique and masterful artworks on June 1st through the 15th in our Santa Fe gallery location.
video blog 2 | 04.09.2007
Thank you for celebrating 15 years of Innovative Art with Blue Rain Gallery! We would like to thank our clients for taking the time to visit us in Taos and for making Blue Rain Gallery your first stop to purchase art. View the Vlog to witness the wonderful artists and their studios we visited during our celebration. Here’s to the next 15 years of BRG!
video blog 1 | 03.12.2007
The greatly anticipated 15th Anniversary Celebration of Blue Rain Gallery is almost upon us. Take a moment to listen to Leroy describe this exciting event. Make your reservation for the studio tours today! This is a wonderful chance to witness the inspiring environments which wonderful works of art are born. Meet and visit with your favorite artist at our reception Friday evening, March 23.
holiday excitement | 12.08.2006
About this time every year, anticipation has become the tradition at Blue Rain Gallery.
kevin a. short: setting the scene | 09.29.2006
It’s that time again for another blog and this week I’d like to introduce you to an artist you may or may not know. Kevin A. Short resides in sunny California, but spent the majority...
a collectibility comparison on randall lagro | 09.14.2006
As I touched on in an earlier blog, collectibility of an artist is based on a few factors.
randall lagro: the poetic realist | 09.07.2006
To effectively combine the abstract with realism one may look to artist Randall LaGro.
indian market 2006 | 08.24.2006
All I can say about our 2006 Indian Market is- WOW! For six days, I experienced an energy flow of enthusiasm, anticipation and imaginative ideas from our clients, artists and collectors.
advice for collecting artwork | 08.09.2006
Over the years, many art collectors have come to me looking for advice for whom or what to collect.
what's new for indian market | 08.07.2006
Over the next few days, I will try and share a few insightful perspectives and information based on what I feel is exciting and important with regard to our Indian Market shows here at BRG.
excitement builds for jim vogel | 06.10.2006
At this wonderful time of the year, we often get an extensive number of people coming to the gallery asking for Jim Vogel's colorful and expressive paintings of rural New Mexico folklore, culture and scenery. We are often asked why his paintings sell so quickly, how they can get a hold of one and why he uses the "big hands."
blue rain gallery "expansion beyond indian art" | 04.26.2006
Question: Why has Blue Rain Gallery expanded beyond Indian Art?
A question I often get asked is "I thought Blue Rain Gallery was a gallery featuring only Native American art; why did the gallery start carrying non-Native American Art?" This is an honest-to-good observational question that I love to engage in. There are many answers to this question.
welcome to brg's web blog. | 04.20.2006
What is a blog, one might ask? It is defined as a public web site where users post informal journals of their thoughts, comments, and philosophies, which are updated frequently and normally reflecting the views of the blog's creator. This blog will obviously represent the thoughts and views of Blue Rain Gallery, and at the same time provide a forum for people to respond and share their thoughts or opinions as to the commentary on the blog. We encourage everyone to take a look, and if you would like, feel free to chime in.
recent comments
Says...
I see no mention of Jim Vogel. He is a force to be reckoned with! I hope to see more of his work!
elizabeth monsivais Says...
I have collected LDS art work. LOVE YOUR WORK!!!
Charlotte Boswell Says...
Thank you Jim for letting us see and hear you at work. It was especially moving to me to hear of your desire to continue the story telling tradition of the family through your art. The tin frames are beautiful. Two hearts beat as one.
Sandra Dutton Says...
Jim's work reveals to me the connection between earth and man; especially in people who work directly with it. Our hands help us to be human. His love of family and his sense of the history of a place, vibrate in his work. Thank you for doing it!
Leroy Lujan Says...
Jim"s painting's are a extension of him, very real and very warm. What talent he has.
PETER FAHY Says...
COOL
Trenton Shaft Says...
wow...absolutely amazing. you have an amazing gift
Kimberly Vialpando Says...
How beautiful...who would of thought?
Aunt Ellie Says...
Ben, I am in absolutel awe of you and your work. It moves me
Stella Marquez Says...
I really appreciate your work, it inspires me in my paintings. thank you and look forward to more of your visions.
Charlotte Chavez Says...
Your hands are truly blessed by the Creator!! Your work is just beautiful and breath taking!!
gail combs Says...
A friend brought me a brochure of your work when she visited the
Corning Museum. Your work is stunning! I especially love the
use are using the medium of glass.Look forward to seeing your
work somewhere. Loved the video too! Thanks for sharing your
wonderful talent. stormyc