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I WILL BE STUDIO #42 ON THE ELDORADO STUDIO TOUR

Come on out to the annual Eldorado Arts and Crafts Association Studio tour in Eldorado of Santa Fe, NM. Visit over 100 artists studios during the weekend of September 19th 2025. Preview night is Friday September 19 where you can plan your weekend visits by seeing a smattering of work from all the artists participating. Sept 20-21 are the days you are welcome to visit and buy from the artists 10 am- 5 pm. Come see me at my studio 42 Balsa Rd Santa Fe, NM 87508. See you there!    
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Las Damas "OPEN|Inside the Studios of New Mexico's Artists"

  Come party with the Las Damas of New Mexico June 14 6-9pm. June 14th One Night Only! Las Damas: Artists of New Mexico presents OPEN|Inside the Studios of New Mexico's Artists, a summer exhibition and sale celebrating the vibrant creativity of female artists across the state. Traditionally curated by invitation, this year's show marks Las Damas' first open call, welcoming a diverse array of artistic voices and fostering a spirit of connection and exchange within the creative community. Hosted at Muses Santa Fe, the exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience the breadth of talent among New Mexico's female artists. All artworks are priced under $500, ensuring accessibility for collectors and encouraging meaningful exchanges within the artistic community. A portion of the proceeds will support future Las Damas programming, reinforcing the organization's commitment to nurturing and showcasing women's artistry throughout New Mexico.​ Event Details: Date: S...

Greet Eldorado Magazine

What a surprise to find my " Butterfly Girl" in this months (April 2025) Greet Eldorado edition. 🤩🦋

Thrilled to be featured in the New Mexican’s Weekly Magazine of the Arts, “Pasatiempo”

"Another Birthday" 2024 Clay, Glazes Here is a link to the online article which was published in the February 28, 2025 real live physical newspaper Friday art section of The New Mexican :  https://www.santafenewmexican.com/pasatiempo/turner-carroll-gallery-turns-history-on-its-head-in-new-exhibition/article_a25205b8-ed6e-11ef-aab7-a34c880f2c57.html  Turner Carroll Gallery Turns History on its Head in New Exhibition santafenewmexican.com Nicole Merkens Art & Design www.nicolemerkens.com   Insta:  @artgirl253 Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/nicolemerkensart

New Artwork Posted

  New Artwork is now updated on my website along with some new shows I am exhibiting in. Please take a look. www.nicolemerkens.com -peace out, Nik

The New City of Ladies Show

 Hello! I am thrilled to announce I am in the Turner Carroll "The New City of Ladies" Art Exhibition on Canyon Road March 1-29, 2025. I am one of 33 women who will be exhibiting our work . Please come to the opening March 1, 2025 5-7pm. See you there.  Turner Carroll Gallery 725 Canyon Rd Santa Fe, NM

Come see me at the Eldorado Studio Tour

The Eldorado studio tour is just two weeks away!!! I'll be at studio #29. Sept 21-22 10am-5pm. The Preview Gallery is open Friday Sept 20 from 5-7pm. 1 Hacienda Loop Eldorado in Santa Fe  Nicole Merkens Art & Design www.nicolemerkens.com Insta:  @artgirl253 Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/nicolemerkensart