New Mexico Artisan Market is a showcase of the state’s most talented artisans.
Each market event highlights over 100 local artisans and artisanal makers who are exceptional in their creative fields.
Artisans are considered from a large variety of contemporary and traditional styles and media that complement the existing markets in our state. Entry categories include Jewelry, Clothing/Fashion, Textiles/Fiber, Sculpture, Glass, Home Goods, Ceramics/Pottery, Locally-made Specialty Foods, Bath + Body Products/Candles, Furniture and Case Goods, Recycled/Upcycled, Woodworking/Carving, Leather Goods, Metal Works, Painting, Photography, Paper Products and Musical Instruments.
New Mexico’s arts and cultural industries make a strong contribution to the economic health of state. According to the department of cultural affairs, the arts + cultural industries employs 1 in 10 jobs in our state. Beyond that, the reputation of our artisans shines far beyond our state’s size or economic standing. Our artisans bring beauty and function, culture and thought-provoking reactions.