K and I just returned from New Mexico yesterday. No we didn’t go for the Balloon Fiesta. We went for the art and to experience New Mexico. We stayed in Santa Fe but spent most days travelling. I did a little research before the trip so there were a few places I wanted to visit. One of my interests was the San Ildefonso Pueblo which is just north of Santa Fe. I dont think they will mind if I post this picture since I’m not using it for commercial purposes. It’s a beautiful Pueblo where the residents are known worldwide for their pottery thanks to the late great Maria Martinez. Anyway we made two trips to Ildefonso. The first time we stopped by was on our way back to Santa Fe from Bandelier National Monument, but the visitor center was closed. The Pueblo looked deserted so we decided to go back later. The visitor center was open the second time but not many galleries were open. I wondered where they could all be? Well we stopped in the galleries that were open and purchased a few small pots. Later that day in Santa Fe we decided to walk through the Governor’s Plaza. I stopped to inquire about some pottery from a woman who lives in San Ildefonso…stopped to look at some jewelry from a woman who also lives in San Ildefonso. I realized just then where all the San Ildefonso gallery owners were….in the Santa Fe plaza selling their goods. Anyway, we had a great time. I took a ton of photos. I have enough reference material to spark at least a dozen new paintings or prints. This photo will remain a photo and will find a home in my living room.
The Heron 