ART WALK and Studio Tour - Starting in April on the second Friday the month an going forward join us for a fun evening of discovering the arts with Art Galleries, Artist Studios, and local merchants supporting the arts. See artist demonstration and learn about the arts in the Monument area. More to Come
Fine Jewelry and Exotic Stone Showing – Purple Mountain hosts this wonderful show which is scheduled for October 2011. You will view unique stones and jewelry designs that bring the art to the forefront.
Friday Night Art Lessons – Bella Art & Frame hosts Oil Painting Classes for those who want to experience that art of oil painting. You will be taken beyond the typical course by A.T. Archuleta well known painter and gallery owner. ALL the materials and equipment necessary to complete your painting is included. Most painting sizes are 18 x 20 inches unless otherwise
e stated. Refreshments are supplied but you might want to bring along a bottle of wine to share and enjoy. If you bring a friend/partner to share the experience. Please wear durable clothes or bring along an apron/overall to protect your clothing. Call Bella Art and Frame to book your place.
Art Showing At Secret Window – The gallery host ongoing showing of nationally known artists in both paintings and sculpture. Your will find Gilberto Romero, Poteet Victory, Earl Eder, Charles Fritz, A.T. Archuleta, Ruth Burink, and many more. www.secretwindowgallery.com
Secret Window Indian Market July 3 and 4th - An event for the serious art collector of Native American Art - 
Jewelry, Pottery, Drums, Paintings and More.
47 Third Street in Historic Monument was the place to be on this Fourth of July. It was the site for Secret Window’s 1st Annual Indian Market and Tribal Exposition. The event started with a private show on Sunday evening for invited guests, and continued on Monday July 4. Artisans representing the Hopi, Zuni, Santa Clara, Taos, San Ildefonso and Navajo tribes brought authentic handmade jewelry, baskets, drums, pottery, and paintings to the Monument market. Lane Jensen, and The Yellow House Dancers from Arizona, provided entertainment with their Native American dances which featured their champion hoop dancer Tyrese.
The market was similar in style to the one held at the Palace of the Governor in Santa Fe. “We wanted to keep the market authentic with the focus on the art and artist talent” said Anthony Archuleta, owner of Secret Window Fine Art Gallery. “It is important to preserve the integrity and authenticity of the artists and the work they create.” Well known artists such as Preston & Debra Duwyenie, Andrew & Judith Harvier, Barbara Gonzales (granddaughter of famous potter Maria Martinez) Caven Gonzales, Glen & Opal Paquin Michael Martinez, George Toya, Caren Gala, and Bobby Bales were among the artists that were represented at this year’s event. “We were very fortunate to have artists that have their art in the Smithsonian attend our market. These artists are highly sought after and are extremely hard to secure, and it does help when they are your friends and now family” Archuleta said. “People buy jewelry not knowing who the artist was or where it came from. Indian Market gives the buyer a chance to talk directly with the artist and often times will hear the story about the inspiration behind each one-of-a-kind piece, and appreciate the culture and history each artist brings to the show”
The crowd seemed to enjoy and appreciate it as well. Many local residents usually make a trip to Santa Fe or Taos to seek out turquoise jewelry, or pottery, but now they have another option. Secret Window plans on making this an annual event for Monument and will expand it even more next year by including additional artisans, entertainment, and food.