The artists at Mimbres Hot Springs held their 32nd annual Studio Sale, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8.
The show each year features a wide variety of finely crafted gifts. The community’s hacienda and courtyard form the center of festivities. This year, more than 30 new and returning artists and craftspeople presented their work to holiday shoppers. High-quality gift items for sale included jewelry, paintings, pottery, glass, clothing and accessories.
Musical entertainment is also a part of the event, as well as door prizes, gourmet food and live music.
Photos by Charlie McKee
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
On a clear cold day in the Mimbres, The Mimbres Valley Studio Sale was held
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Deborah Hutchings: Deborah Hutchings of Hutchings Fine Art displays examples of her floral watercolors and oil landscapes.
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Warming up on a chilly day between stops at artisans' booths are, from left, Joe Riley, Susan Hill, Paul Slattery and Cedar Smith.
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Fred Barraza and his prints grace a prime corner spot in the welcoming warmth of the Studio Sale building.
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Kate Brown, one of the original artists and residents of the Mimbres Hot Springs Ranch, explains her pottery glazing technique.
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Pam Gibson shows off her Olive Ewe Handwovens creations, including decorative "boot warmers."
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
The colorful oilcloth aprons and tablecloths from the women of Palomas add a festive air to the Studio Sale.
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Sharlene Grunerud's unique sunflower, constructed of a Grey Mammoth Sunflower and Cayenne Peppers, dazzles onlookers.
Mimbres Valley Studio Sale 2013
Wildflowers from Sharlene Grunerud's garden, dried and assembled in one-of-a-kind creations, redefine recycled.
