Explore the Art of Fiber Fiber or textile art is considered the oldest form of art. The first fiber was plain and created only to solve a utilitarian need. But a plain “canvas” sparked artist to embellish and decorate it. Artist have been using fibers obtained from plants, animals, and insects to create since prehistoric […]
Welcome to Dianna's art world. We invite you to view and become acquainted with her work and what it means to her, and further your appreciation for the abstract art that has evolved in tandem with her life. Not all of her work is abstract, as is also true of other artists. Dianna is an […]
Mr. Robert J. Torrez will share his knowledge of the practice of incorporating Indian Captives into Hispano households in Spanish, Mexican and Territorial-era New Mexico. He will review the process by which Indian Captives were acquired and how they were valued—ranging from those who were regarded as adopted children to those who were consider chattel […]
On Sunday January 22 at 2pm, Dianna will offer “Understanding Abstract Art”. This hands-on activity will lead to ideas that can become a guide for understanding an abstract’s internal consistency and grace. Abstract art doesn’t have to be your love, but just stand back and ask some questions that will illuminate what’s worthy within it. […]
An all day event including Explora! activities for children, using a gnomon, exhibits, sun telescopes for safe viewing, talk on the new views from the Webb telescope by astronomer Tony Hull, and star party with over thirty telescopes!
Escribiente, Albuquerque’s Calligraphy Society, celebrates its 45th anniversary with a member exhibition of calligraphic art. “The Love of Calligraphy” showcases a diversity of styles and techniques from delicate ornate flourishing to abstract mixed media art. Drop by the library on Saturday, February 25, 2–4 pm and take home a personalized bookmark created by Escribiente calligraphers. […]
Join folklorist and researcher Benjamin Radford at the Placitas Community Library on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gracie Lee room as he describes his first-hand investigations into some of New Mexico’s most famous and bizarre ghosts, from Albuquerque’s famous KiMo theater to Santa Fe courthouse spirit to the legend of La […]
