Roxanne will be showing some of her most recent work in bronze and original clay at Native Treasures Art Show.

Booth #125 located at the ballroom entry way.

Friday, May 24th Special Preview
Saturday-Sunday, May 25th & 26th Show

For more on times and directions to the Santa Fe Convention Center   http://nativetreasures.org/

Flowering Tree Permaculture Institute Presents:

THE WEAVING PROJECT

Among the Pueblo peoples, men were the tradtional weavers. Join us in recognizing these men who are continuing their tradition. Come see what they've been making and support the future of Pueblo Men's Weaving.

Opening: December 7, 5PM

Aristotle said, “The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” Two artists respond to his statement.

There is always something deep and meaningful in an honest work of art, although sometimes it’s not visible to everyone immediately. So, when someone says they don’t like something, that doesn’t mean a lot to me. I know when there is something there—it can be a baffling mystery, then amazing, only waiting to be deciphered and to be patiently understood.
—Tony Abeyta

An exhibition of recent paintings and works on paper by Abeyta will be on view at Blue Rain Gallery, 130 Lincoln Avenue, Suite C, Santa Fe. Opening reception on Friday, August 17, from 5 to 7 pm. When one is moved by a piece of artwork, it is because it touches something inside. The more it affects us, the deeper it went. I also believe that you can purposely aim for the “inside” with direct creations that represent what we humans feel. Within us and within art, there exist worlds that are keys to those doorways.
—Roxanne Swentzell

Swentzell’s work can be seen at the Santa Fe Indian Market, Booth #400-WA-W, and at the Roxanne Swentzell Tower Gallery, Pojoaque, New Mexico. photographs by Anne Staveley

4-20-2012

I am so touched to have had the opportunity to meet and learn from Roxanne Swentzel.  Her ability to be so present and patient with 10 people wanting her guidance was amazing to me.  She is a gentle and powerful teacher!  I feel so honored to have had this opportunity. Thank you Roxanne please don't wait so long for your next class. I am eager for more.

- M. Allen

4-19-2012

Hi Roxanne and Cindy!

The workshop was everything and more I had hoped it would be... I'm afraid if I tell too many more friends how wonderful it was, the waiting list could become years long!
I believe that a class of ten was the perfect number; it seemed that Roxanne had enough time to help everyone. And what a diverse mix of people; we will not forget our week together!

The space was perfect - full of natural light and spacious and every morning to be greeted by that magnificent flowering (crab apple?)... oh yes, the chickens were among my favorite class participants! Many thanks to Rose for her generosity.

I would really love to return next spring/summer, perhaps to have the opportunity to attempt a standing figure (!!) Please keep me in the loop for future workshops.

Again thank you, Roxanne, for all your hard work, attention and sharing; your workshop will be one that I will always remember.

I will say goodbye with only one request for the future..I would love to one day see your studio.

Best regards,

- D. Stonis

4-18-2012

I cannot speak highly enough of my experience in Roxanne's sculptor class.  Roxanne was able to bring out the creativity I never knew I had.  Her way of encouragement to all of the students resulted in beautiful pieces of art.  Roxanne not only creates art that speaks from within but also evokes that ability in her students.  I will be forever grateful for this opportunity as it has changed me in a wonderful way.  Thank you Roxanne.  I hope to see you again very soon.  Zena

- Z. Thomas "For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness." 

4-17-2012

It was an amazing week. It was physically and emotionally demanding and also a time I will cherish for the rest of my life. Roxanne is a remarkable artist. She is a master of clay and the three dimensional, human form, is articulate with her instruction and exudes love and compassion. Really, an amazing week.

- K. Snider

4-17-2012

I am still recovering from one of the best weeks of my life. Words are not enough to describe love, passion, bonding, and elevated spirit I felt. Rox is nurturing, encouraging, inspirational, kind, fun, and above all spiritual and full of love, and she has conveyed this to us all. It was an emotional journey for me, but one I plan to pursue. I have already made preparations to attend Santa Fe Clay. Rox has named the final clay patch a "Jay", and promised to use it always. Silly, but an honor I will never forget. Thank you for including me. Appropriate gifts are being crafted for you. Also, plans for a promised dinner should be made. I love you.

- J. Redack