J. Waid GRriffin, Silverthorne Ponds, oil, 12 x 16.
With its colorful landscapes, immense skies, and clear light, New Mexico has enticed countless artists to put down stakes within its borders over the years. As a result, the state has long been home to a thriving community of painters and sculptors. From the Taos Society of Artists to Georgia O’Keeffe’s famed Ghost Ranch, the Land of Enchantment has earned a special place in the history of fine art, and numerous contemporary artists are carrying on the state’s artistic legacy today. In the following section, explore a diverse sampling of fine artists who hail from New Mexico.