New Mexico Poetry Out Loud 2025 Champion Kaitlyn Lubega Headed to National Competition in
Washington, DC.
Kaitlyn attends UWC-USA in Montezuma, NM. Next, Kaitlyn will represent New Mexico at the National Finals in Washington DC. May 5-7, 2025. More than $50,000 in awards and school/organizational stipends will be distributed and the National champion will receive a $20,000 prize. Congratulations Kaitlyn!
New Mexico Arts is honored to recognize all of the students, teachers, parents, performers, and volunteers that came together to celebrate poetry. It was an enchanting afternoon for all.
Learn more about the New Mexican State championship here
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Now Accepting Applications for
New Mexico's Next State Poet Laureate.
The New Mexico State Poet Laureate program seeks to be actively present in communities in every part of New Mexico offering accessible and enjoyable explorations in poetry reading and writing for both experienced poetry enthusiasts and novices alike.
Objectives
- Engage directly with New Mexicans in both urban and rural communities across the state, with a goal to visit as many of the 33 New Mexico counties and 23 recognized Tribes as reasonably possible during the three-year term.
- Facilitate the enjoyment of reading and writing poetry through interactive programs for New Mexicans of all ages with a focus on those communities in geographically and culturally diverse areas.
- Celebrate and increase the visibility of poetry, arts, and culture throughout the state.
Duties
- Read original poems at state events, such as the Opening of the NM Legislative Session, the Poetry Out Loud State Finals event, and others as identified.
- Develop and execute educational outreach programs in NM communities to encourage the exploration of both reading and writing poetry in people of all ages. This will require travel across the state and may take the form of readings/open mics, workshops, conversations, lectures, presentations, poetry slams, teen library programs, local school visits, attending conferences, or other public programs that will promote and inspire poetry
- Create a statewide poetry project to showcase writing from communities across the state. This may take the form of a printed anthology, an online collection, a regular zine, blog, or other special project as identified by the Poet Laureate in collaboration with New Mexico Arts and the State Library and may be created in conjunction with the educational and outreach programs.
- Serve as a juror for a maximum of two DCA poetry writing competitions per year and on the selection committee for the next State Poet Laureate
Poet Laureate is paid $20,000 per year to cover all expenses incurred in the course of fulfilling the responsibilities of the position—including travel. The Poet Laureate shall receive a quarterly payment of $5,000 upon completion of adequate documentation of activities as contracted.
Access the full Guidelines here
Access the Application here
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Recent Placement of Public Art
by New Mexico Arts Art in Public Places Program (AIPP)
Winterowd Fine Art gallery artist Gilberto Romero recently installed his sculpture Lasting Windsong on the corner of Don Gaspar and West de Vargas which was purchased through the State’s Art in Public Places (AIPP) program. Showcasing his quintessential style—a mix of soft lines, shapes, and formal artistic elements to convey movement and the harmony of the natural world—it is made from welding long, flat sheets of bronze, a process that requires precise technique and skill in order to achieve the clean, fluid and continuous lines.
Learn more about the New Mexico Arts Art in Public Places Program (AIPP) here
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Carrizozo Music’s mission is to enrich lives and enhance community by producing and sharing extraordinary LIVE! music performances and music-integrated educational opportunities in spaces and places which welcome people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. They believe that music is transformative, and aim to broaden perspectives, increase knowledge through experience and education, and advance music appreciation by providing inclusive music performances with emphasis on creating access where opportunities to enjoy LIVE! music may be otherwise limited.
Carrizozo Music supports an extensive School Outreach Program that includes concerts, workshops, demonstrations and music-oriented student activities.
They provide opportunities for contemporary, living musicians to perform to new audiences in unique, often under-served, settings where mutual appreciation abounds, and connections thrive.
Learn more here
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Carrizozo Music proudly presents
NOSOTROS QUARTET celebrating WORLD ART DAY
at the Tularosa Basin Gallery of Photography (PhotoZoZo)
4:30 pm, April 12, 2025
Carrizozo, New Mexico 88304A
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Santa Fe, the First UNESCO Creative City
designated in the United States
Throughout 2025, the City of Santa Fe is celebrating its 20th anniversary as a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art, the first Creative City designated in the United States. UNESCO Creative Cities are chosen for innovation, investment, and community in a range of arts and creativity. As a region of many cultures and creative practices, Santa Fe and surrounding communities are home to numerous traditional artists, folk art practices, traditional art markets, and more.
The Folk Arts Program at New Mexico Arts is partnering closely with the City of Santa Fe, Museum of International Folk Art, and other partners to develop programs throughout the year to celebrate, share, and support these traditions. With the theme of “Generation/s: Tradition as Innovation”, each program spotlights intergenerational creativity, while exploring how tradition always balances continuity and creativity.
The year of celebrations began on February 28, with Celebrating Generation/s, a gathering featuring music, dance, weaving, pottery, metalwork, woodcarving, lowrider art, and more. Artists from Peñasco to Santa Fe to Cochiti came together to show their creative work, share how they are passing it on to younger generations, and explore how they each innovate within their traditions. Event attendees had the opportunity to watch break dance and mariachi, taste tamales and atole, and learn about silver jewelry, colcha embroidery, and mural art.
Look for more programs celebrating crafts and folk art throughout the year, from artist exchanges to youth workshops, art markets to cultural festivals. https://www.santafe.org/unesco-creative-cities-network/
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Artistic Discovery Contest
Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Artistic Discovery Contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in the 3rd congressional district.
The Artistic Discovery Contest is open to all high school students in the 3rd Congressional District of New Mexico. The over-all winner of the district's competition will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. The exhibit in Washington will also include artwork from other contest winners nation-wide. Learn more here
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Complete Guide to FREE Artist Grants and Opportunities in 2025
All the best artist grants, residencies, and open calls for 2025.
All of these calls are FREE to apply!
Click Here For More Information
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NEW MEXICO ARTS MISSION
Public support for the arts to ensure the arts are central to the lives of
New Mexicans.
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NEW MEXICO ARTS VISION
A New Mexico with vibrant communities, meaningful quality of life, and a robust economy.
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