Category: Art
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Creators of Cult Classic “Sharknado” Bring Latest Film Productions “Shark Shiver” & “Shark Frenzy” to Las Cruces
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome The Asylum’s latest film productions Shark Shiver and Shark Frenzy to Las Cruces.” [more…]
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Concentric Macroscope: NMSU creative writing professor to publish third novel March 17
“Being out on the sidewalk or in the woods without headphones in, just being present in the auditory environment, really came through for me in… [more…]
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Game On: LCIFF’s ‘48-Hour Film Challenge’ starts March 27
“We’re constantly inspired by the creativity and teamwork this challenge sparks – and the fun the teams have.” [more…]
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NMSU Archives and Special Collections acquires literary papers of poet, publisher Bobby Byrd
“Going through these boxes and seeing how many people Bobby knew and corresponded with has just brought back such good memories.” [more…]
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Farm & Ranch Museum Sets the Stage for Film Festival, Reveals Inaugural Heritage Film Contest Winners
During the celebration, the museum also revealed the first winners of its New Mexico Heritage Short Film Contest, a competition encouraging filmmakers to explore stories… [more…]
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Community Art: Public Invited to Art Stop 2026 Artist Reception March 12
Transit provided more bus shelters with poster frames for this year’s exhibit, increasing the program from six shelters to twelve throughout the city. [more…]
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NMSU’s University Museum hosts ‘Cabinet of Curiosity’ exhibit March 13
This exhibit is a modern reinterpretation of the 17th century “cabinets of curiosity,” in which private collectors showed off their interesting things. Anthropology graduate student… [more…]
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‘Frontera Madre(hood)’ receives International Latino Book Award, Southwest Book Award
“For several years, Cristina and I have noted the incredible experiences of people living on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border, and the role that women… [more…]
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“Hands”: NMSU alumnus to publish debut short story collection April 14
“I hope people laugh, and I hope they can see the difficulty and the comedy in failure.” [more…]
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Local Spotlight: NMSU celebrates 11th year of Las Cruces International Film Festival April 8-12
LCIFF is now the largest student-run film festival in the country. [more…]
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Finals: Students From Arrowhead Park and Organ Mountain Represent at 21st Poetry Out Loud in Albuquerque on March 8
The New Mexico champion will receive an expense-paid trip to represent New Mexico at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, DC, April 27-29,… [more…]
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First Friday Art: Annual All-City High School Art Show Joins Las Cruces Exhibits March 6
This juried exhibition features exceptional works created by junior and senior students from Las Cruces high schools, highlighting a broader selection of the most accomplished… [more…]
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¡mira! Entertainers: Annie Bosko to headline the 2026 Las Cruces Festival
Annie Bosko embodies modern country with a bold sound that reflects her “California Cowgirl” roots as a child to a third-generation farmer while also defining… [more…]
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LCIFF Opener: Film festival opening night film “She Dances” stars acclaimed actor Steve Zahn
“This film speaks to the universal themes of hope and resilience, making it the perfect choice to launch our celebration of independent cinema.” [more…]
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Connection Through Art: City Dedicates “United in Service” at Las Cruces Fire Station 1
Have you seen the new shield on Fire Station 1? The artwork is titled “United In Service” by Jason Butler. [more…]
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Nominations Sought: 2026 Governor’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts; Open Through February 26
For five decades a prominent and diverse group of painters, weavers, sculptors, dancers, musicians, storytellers, poets, actors, playwrights, potters, and supporters of the arts have… [more…]
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Optimism: The (Sketch) Artist at War
Before he was drafted into the Army in 1941, Munro worked as a muralist and commercial artist. [more…]
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Movies: How “The Grand Budapest Hotel” Came to Life at the Library
“The architecture and the landscapes that we were looking for, they don’t exist anymore …. much of what is in our film comes directly –… [more…]
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Fashion: Olympic Winter Games channel Italian Style with sport and fashion meet in Milan
Sport and style have long intersected at the Olympic Winter Games, with cutting -edge performance innovation complemented by each team’s unique aesthetic and legendary fashion… [more…]
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Inspiration Blooms in Spring: New Mexico launches NM CreativeCon series to boost creative economy
Beginning in March 2026, the NM CreativeCon lineup includes five regional events, culminating in a statewide convening in June. [more…]
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Taylor-Mesilla’s Barela Store Hosts Renowned Artist February 21
“The kindness and generosity of Mary and Paul Taylor and their family gave me a loving home and a place in which to develop my… [more…]
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National Film Registry: How Amy Heckerling’s Babysitter Helped Create “Clueless”
“We wanted to create a world where everything was beautifully colored and people were looking really good in the outfits that they wore and they… [more…]
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The 2025 National Film Registry: “The Thing,” “Inception,” “Clueless” and More!
“These selections for the National Film Registry show us that films are instrumental in capturing important parts of our nation’s story.” [more…]
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Film Season Kickoff: NMSU art alum to create 2026 LCIFF poster, reveal party March 6
“Asiah is an emerging young artist, so we wanted to bring attention to her and her work.” [more…]
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NM Film: Road drama wraps filming across rural New Mexico
“The film’s producers recognized that our diverse landscapes, from the high desert plains to healing springs, offer unparalleled versatility.” [more…]
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Papier-Mâché: Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site in Mesilla Connects Culture to Techniques February 21
Program is $15 for adults and $5 for children 16 and younger. [more…]
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Las Cruces Museum of Art: “Reclaimed Creations” Opens February 6
Sayaka Ganz was born in Yokohama, Japan and grew up living in Japan, Brazil, and Hong Kong [more…]
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Global View: A Globe That’s Out of This World
The German mathematician and geographer operated a prominent workshop that produced celestial and terrestrial globes, armillary spheres, sundials, quadrants and astrolabes. [more…]
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Forged in Service: Artwork inspired by the perseverance and dedication of firefighters unveiled at Fire Station 6
The artwork was inspired by the perseverance and dedication of the men and women who serve as firefighters, depicted in a stylized figure in full… [more…]
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Declaration/Declaración Exhibition: Call for Art at the Museum of Art
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is exploring the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence by creating an exhibition, Declaration/Declaración, that… [more…]
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Barry Pearce: NMSU to host public reading by NMSU alum February 6
The Nelson-Boswell Reading Series invites visiting writers to NMSU to share their work with the community. [more…]
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Application Deadline February 21: “Chalk Walk” Call for Artists
Participants will be chosen from the submitted applications by the Chalk Walk selection committee. [more…]
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Just Getting Started: More than 260 artworks beautify public buildings throughout New Mexico
“The Art in Public Places (AIPP) team wants to thank our local partners, artists, and galleries in making these incredible artworks publicly accessible to every… [more…]
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Lights, Camera, Ag-tion! New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum rolls out its inaugural short film contest
“This short film contest is truly important because it preserves and elevates stories of agriculture, ranching, and rural heritage through film, ensuring these lived experiences… [more…]
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Las Cruces Among Three New Mexico cities named ‘Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker’ for 2026
“Las Cruces is thrilled to be listed once again amongst America’s top film towns.” [more…]
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State invests $463,000 to support creative ecosystem across New Mexico
“The awardees provide the on-the-ground support that helps creative entrepreneurs succeed.” [more…]
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Lights, Camera, Action: Copyright Essentials for Filmmakers Webinar February 4
They will answer commonly asked questions, review educational resources and registration options, and share how the Copyright Office’s Public Information Office can assist along the… [more…]
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Exhibit: Americana at 250 ponders who we are as New Mexicans on America’s birthday
“Americana at 250: Eagles, Flags, and Uncle Sam” will be on view through January 20, 2027. [more…]
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Folk Art: New Mexico Arts F27 Apprenticeship Submission Deadline is Friday, January 16
Apprenticeships are a face-to-face, hands-on learning opportunity for a master and apprentice to work together for up to a year. [more…]
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A Reel Salute: Las Cruces International Film Festival 2026 Outstanding Achievement Award goes to Michael Rooker
“We are ecstatic to honor Michael Rooker at the 2026 film festival. He is an extraordinary actor with incredible range and his is diverse body… [more…]
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End of Era: Corporation for Public Broadcasting Board Votes to Dissolve Organization in Act of Responsible Stewardship to Protect the Future of Public Media
After 58 Years of Service, CPB Closure Comes Following Congressional Defunding, Marks New Era for Public Media. [more…]
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Lifecycle of Copyright: 1930 Works in the Public Domain
When copyright protection ends, a work enters the public domain, and the exclusive rights granted by copyright no longer exist. [more…]
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“A Marvel of Ingenuity”: The Library of Congress’ Main Reading Room
The mahogany central desk remains a powerful symbol — a direct connection between knowledge and its seekers and the never-ending quest to deepen and expand… [more…]
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Searchlight Lit: Nominations for the 2026 Governor’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts Opens January 5, 2026; Closes February 23
These awardees illustrate how the Las Cruces region contributes to—and benefits from—the broader arts ecosystem of New Mexico. [more…]
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Literary Maps: Real Maps for Imaginary Places
“That’s the fun of it, just having a county like that and developing new rivers and creeks and places where events happened.” [more…]
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The Fast Lane: Route 66’s enduring spirit at New Mexico History Museum
“I love being a New Mexican, so painting a mural commemorating the centennial has been a surreal and incredible opportunity.” [more…]
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Art for All: NMSU alum builds sculpture for Las Cruces Public Art Collection
“Public art isn’t like what’s in a museum where you might normally go,” Blundell said. “Here anyone can see it.” [more…]
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Send in the Genius: Stephen Sondheim Remembered by Song and Successor
“He broke from the long, lyrical lines of Kern, Rodgers, Gershwin and Porter. ” [more…]
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Filming Real: Student documentary shines light on San Juan River after Gold King Mine Spill
“We have found it particularly interesting that many young adult residents of northwest New Mexico, who were kids at the time of the spill, have… [more…]
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Amen: Hallelujah for Handel’s “Messiah”
Unlike many works or composers, “Messiah” never went out of fashion, never needed to be “rediscovered.” [more…]
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Kick off 2026 with Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society and the David Borrego Quartet January 18
All three musicians are involved in music education, and can also be found performing in their own groups and various other ensembles around the borderland. [more…]
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Louder than Words: The Lives of Johnathan Larson and Leonard Bernstein
“The Jonathan Larson Project” originally began as a concert of Larson’s music in 2018, transforming over the years into a full-scale stage musical. [more…]
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NMDIG: Documentary Film Incubator Grant Applications Open January 15
The grants help enable documentarians to develop their creative filmmaking talent with an emphasis on building interest and capacity in documentaries that address community issues… [more…]
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Art Intersects Text: NMSU professor publishes sixth novel “The Devil is a Southpaw”
“My hope is that this novel reflects important themes of trauma from incarceration, mental health, the envy of artists and forgiveness, and creates a novel… [more…]
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Best Print Campaign: Southern NM Represents at the 2025 NMHA TopHATs
Every year the New Mexico Hospitality Association hosts a gala where industry professionals and supporters gather to celebrate the incredible work done to elevate and… [more…]
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Call of the Wild: New Mexico Wilderness Alliance Seeks Entries for the 2026 Wolf Stamp Contest
Submit your original two-dimensional drawings, paintings, or photographs featuring the majestic Mexican gray wolf. [more…]
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Bugs: Insect-inspired student art takes flight in NMSU’s Skeen Hall; Library of Congress Highlights 17th Century “Bug Beauties”
“I’ve been wanting to display it for years, to have a place to say, ‘Look how amazing insects are,’ and to show the things people… [more…]
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Lights, Camera, Cruces: Psychological thriller wraps filming in Las Cruces
“Every project that chooses to film here is a testament to the city’s readiness to support major productions and is a win for the local… [more…]
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Artisanal Support: State grants up to $25,000 available for New Mexico creative businesses
Established creative businesses in New Mexico can apply for state grants up to $25,000, aimed at strengthening operations and supporting long-term growth. [more…]
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We rely on your support- now more than ever. [more…]

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