As Southwest Contemporary begins expanding its coverage across the Southwest, we are on the lookout for sharp, engaged freelance writers from across the region to contribute features, critical essays, profiles, reviews, photo essays, and other stories to our print and digital publications.
January 06, 2021
The Support Santa Fe Gift Guide series features treasures from local shops, makers, and organizations. Presenting: the Art Edition.
December 21, 2020
The Support Santa Fe Gift Guide series features treasures from local shops, makers, and organizations. Presenting: the Handmade Edition.
December 11, 2020
The Support Albuquerque Gift Guide features an eclectic mix from Albuquerque's vibrant scene of makers and doers.
December 04, 2020
The Support Santa Fe Gift Guide series features treasures from local shops, makers, and organizations. Presenting: the Books Edition.
November 30, 2020
The Support Santa Fe Gift Guide series features treasures from local shops, makers, and organizations. Presenting: the Food + Drink Edition.
November 19, 2020
The Support Santa Fe Gift Guide series features treasures from local shops, makers, and organizations. Up first: the Lifestyle Edition.
November 18, 2020
In the face of today’s sociopolitical climate, New Mexico museum practitioners plan for a brighter, more equitable future.
November 13, 2020
Southwest Contemporary is excited to announce a call for entries for its first issue of 2021: Bodies//Boundaries.
November 12, 2020
Catch up on southwest arts headlines from October: people on the move, grants awarded, new appointments, and more.
November 04, 2020
Recent museum attendance numbers reveal the disparate impact the pandemic is having on local arts communities.
November 03, 2020
Dancing Earth’s BTW US Cyberspace imagines digital space as a realm of creative gathering and regeneration.
November 03, 2020
After six months of government-mandated lockdown, museums across New Mexico are reopening. Here's what you need to know.
November 03, 2020
Writer and dancer Marlee Grace explores the practice of returning (again and again) to center in her new book.
November 02, 2020
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October 26, 2020
The 12th annual Santa Fe Independent Film Festival opens October 14, 2020. The usual multitude of parties and events is on-hold till next year, but the eclectic mix of acclaimed independent films remains.
October 12, 2020
New Mexico Artist to Know Now Eric-Paul Riege (Diné) updates us on the work he's been making, the space he's holding, and material as a teacher.
October 12, 2020
New Mexico Artist to Know Now Cedra Wood updates us on her current work, reflecting rather than producing, and the subject of mortality.
October 06, 2020
Southwest Makeup Institute, the only makeup and special effects school in New Mexico, has a new partnership with IATSE 480, preparing students for professions in film and television.
October 05, 2020
Catch up on southwest arts headlines from September: people on the move, grants awarded, and more.
October 01, 2020
After six months of government-mandated lockdown, museums across New Mexico are reopening. Here's what you need to know.
September 23, 2020
New Mexico Artist to Know Now Frank Blazquez updates us on his latest documentary work and writing for The Guardian.
September 21, 2020
The recently opened Taos Ceramics Center is establishing a creative space for artists local to Taos and beyond.
September 21, 2020
Larger Than Memory includes works made by Indigenous artists from North America in the first two decades of this century.
September 17, 2020
Justin Richel updates us on his current projects and the vital role of art-making.
September 15, 2020
NM Artist to Know Now Danielle Shelley updates us on her current work within the political and social landscape, and making art as an act of faith.
September 07, 2020
Earthseed Black Arts Alliance New Mexico aims to build community for Black artists in Santa Fe, and highlight their contributions to the city and its history.
September 07, 2020
New Mexico Artist to Know Now William T. Carson updates us on his practice since the pandemic, working with sound, and creating without expectation.
September 04, 2020
Comic book stores, using their wits and their devoted customers, are pleasantly surprised to find themselves surviving the apocalypse.
September 03, 2020
Catch up on southwest arts headlines from August: people on the move, grants awarded, artist representation, and more.
September 01, 2020
