The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This document declared the thirteen American colonies to be independent of Great Britain. Independence Day is a celebration of American freedom, independence, and the nation’s founding… Read more »
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7 Year Itch…
Wow, Light Art Space (LAS) has been open for almost seven years! It has been a wonderfully rewarding journey full of ups and downs and daily discoveries. Now we are at a transition point and need your help. A brief recap: I (Karen Hymer) moved to Silver City after retiring from a teaching career in… Read more »
Printmaking weekend!
This is Weekend At The Galleries and Print Fiesta weekend! Join us this Friday from 5 – 7 pm for the opening reception of two printmaking exhibitions. Uncertain Boundaries, a juried exhibition of handmade prints, features the work of thirty-two artists from around the country. Juror Juana Estrada Hernández will give a gallery talk at 5:30. … Read more »
Final weekend of two exhibitions
This is the final weekend to view two wonderful exhibitions (through Saturday).Don’t miss Chiricahua Apache Sacred Origins and Lifeways, which includes the Women Weave the World campaign. Solace in Nature is an exhibition of photography using alternative processes. There are so many stunning images from across the United States and other countries. – stop by!… Read more »
CHIRICAHUA APACHE SACRED ORIGINS AND LIFEWAYS ART EXHIBITION and more!
Fall has arrived in southern New Mexico – the mornings are crisp, the rains continue and the smell of roasting chile is in the air. It will be a busy fall at Light Art Space. This Friday is the First Friday at the Galleries. We are pleased and honored to present Chiricahua Apache Sacred Origins… Read more »
Call for Work and Workshops

Greetings! Light Art Space has three active Calls For Work. We have extended the deadline for From the Earth to May 31st. Submit at https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=13352 Solace in Nature Call for Photography Using Alternative Processes. Juried by Christina Z. Anderson Submit by June 23, 2024 Submit at: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=13477 Uncertain Boundaries Call for Handmade Prints https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=13612 October… Read more »
Artist Talk, Workshop and new Exhibitions…

Join us this Sunday, March 24th at 11 am for a gallery talk with Stephan Höglund. Stephan will discuss his artistic process and journey. His exhibition, Border to Border is on view through March 31st. Workshop! There is still space in the upcoming Basketmaking and Flower Arrangement Workshop with Alice Fujita on Saturday, March 30,… Read more »
Solstice Greetings

Winter Solstice Greetings! As we welcome winter and the end of 2023, I am grateful for the support and love felt this past year. Light Art Space ends the year with LAS 10: an exhibition of the 10 local artists represented by the gallery. The gallery has never looked or felt better – I hope… Read more »
Poetry Reading and Book Signing

Join us tomorrow, Friday, September 29th from 5 pm – 7 pm as we welcome Taos Poet Lawrence Gregory. Lawrence will read a selection of pieces from his newest collection, Phenomena (2023, Shanti Arts), and answer audience questions, followed by a book signing. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Reviews of Phenomena:… Read more »
CLAY – CLAY – CLAY!

Join us for a reception this Saturday 6 – 8 pm as we celebrate all things CLAY. Grace: Expressions Through Clay features clay work from across the United States and Mexico. Juror George Rodriguez chose 34 exceptional pieces by 27 artists. Shapeshifters in the Flash Gallery is a solo exhibition by George Rodriguez. These large… Read more »