HISTORIC FECHIN STUDIO
The Native Fashion Renaissance: Art, Identity, and Heritage
On View: November 11 – December 28, 2025
Opening Reception & Fashion Show: Saturday, November 15, 1–4 PM RSVP
Experience a vibrant fusion of art, fashion, and storytelling in this exhibition by Dante Biss-Grayson of Sky-Eagle Collection. Blending bold oil paintings, digital collage, and cutting-edge holographic displays with high fashion rooted in Indigenous tradition, this immersive show redefines Native identity through creativity and cultural reclamation.
A veteran and member of the Osage Nation, Biss-Grayson draws from his heritage and healing journey to create powerful works of resilience and beauty. Mannequins throughout the gallery showcase Sky-Eagle’s signature designs, while animated projections offer an innovative look into the artistic process.
Don’t miss this remarkable celebration of Native creativity, honoring the past while envisioning the future.
On View: November 11 – December 28, 2025
Opening Reception & Fashion Show: Saturday, November 15, 1–4 PM RSVP
Experience a vibrant fusion of art, fashion, and storytelling in this exhibition by Dante Biss-Grayson of Sky-Eagle Collection. Blending bold oil paintings, digital collage, and cutting-edge holographic displays with high fashion rooted in Indigenous tradition, this immersive show redefines Native identity through creativity and cultural reclamation.
A veteran and member of the Osage Nation, Biss-Grayson draws from his heritage and healing journey to create powerful works of resilience and beauty. Mannequins throughout the gallery showcase Sky-Eagle’s signature designs, while animated projections offer an innovative look into the artistic process.
Don’t miss this remarkable celebration of Native creativity, honoring the past while envisioning the future.
HISTORIC FECHIN HOUSE
"Gregorio the Fiddler" by Nicolai Fechin, Oil on canvas,
Courtesy of a private collection.
Masterful Expression: Nicolai Fechin's Portraiture
On View: April 12 through December 31, 2025, in the Fechin House
Nicolai Fechin is regarded as one of the most dynamic portraitists of the twentieth century. Trained at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg and influenced by Russian Impressionism, Fechin combined classical discipline with modern expressiveness. This exhibition highlights Fechin's remarkable ability to capture not only the physical likeness of his subjects but also their emotions and distinctive personalities.
A powerful tension between precision and spontaneity characterizes Fechin's portraits. He renders faces with meticulous care, often set against a flurry of loose, gestural strokes that dissolve into abstraction. His subjects are portrayed with a sensitivity that resists idealization. Instead, they emerge human, relatable, contemplative, proud, vulnerable, and complex.
At the heart of Fechin's portraiture is a search for connection. His ability to distill the intangible mood, memory, and spirit into his portraits reveals an artist deeply attuned to the people around him. Each work becomes a dialogue between artist and subject and, by extension, between portrait and viewer.
Listen to the music of Gregorio Ruiz, pictured above, here.
On View: April 12 through December 31, 2025, in the Fechin House
Nicolai Fechin is regarded as one of the most dynamic portraitists of the twentieth century. Trained at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg and influenced by Russian Impressionism, Fechin combined classical discipline with modern expressiveness. This exhibition highlights Fechin's remarkable ability to capture not only the physical likeness of his subjects but also their emotions and distinctive personalities.
A powerful tension between precision and spontaneity characterizes Fechin's portraits. He renders faces with meticulous care, often set against a flurry of loose, gestural strokes that dissolve into abstraction. His subjects are portrayed with a sensitivity that resists idealization. Instead, they emerge human, relatable, contemplative, proud, vulnerable, and complex.
At the heart of Fechin's portraiture is a search for connection. His ability to distill the intangible mood, memory, and spirit into his portraits reveals an artist deeply attuned to the people around him. Each work becomes a dialogue between artist and subject and, by extension, between portrait and viewer.
Listen to the music of Gregorio Ruiz, pictured above, here.
JANIS AND ROY COFFEE GALLERY
O.E. Berninghaus, "Taos Indians Threshing." Oil on canvas. Taos Art Museum's permanent collection. Gift of Janis and Roy Coffee.
Selections from the Janis and Roy Coffee Collection
On View: April 26 through January 11, 2026, in the Janis and Roy Coffee Gallery
2025 marks an incredible milestone for Janis and Roy Coffee: 65 years of enduring love and partnership, during which they have nurtured a passion for art that has transformed their lives. Their journey as art collectors spans nearly the entirety of their marriage, showcasing a deep commitment to each other and the creative spirit that inspires them.
Their connection to Taos runs deep. Roy's early visits to the area, influenced by his mother's upbringing near Tres Piedras, and Janis's treasured memories of Taos from her youth have woven a strong bond between the couple and this town. With its rich history and vibrant art scene, Taos became a natural haven for the Coffees.
What began as a focus on Texas art soon blossomed into a vibrant collection that reflects the essence of Taos and the Southwest. Over the years, their collection has flourished, much like the beautiful landscapes surrounding them. This exhibition features a stunning selection of the Coffees' most treasured and beloved works of art, drawn from the 150 pieces they generously donated to the Taos Art Museum. Their contribution has significantly enriched the breadth and scope of the Museum's collection, each piece telling a unique story and reflecting their shared journey as collectors.
From the foundational works of the Taos Society of Artists to the bold innovations of the Taos Moderns, the Coffee Collection offers a sweeping view of the creative evolution that defines Taos. Each piece reflects a moment of discovery, a shared vision, and a profound respect for the artistic legacy of this remarkable region. Together, they tell the story of two lives intertwined in love but also in a deep and abiding appreciation for art that continues to inspire.
Click here to watch a video of Janis and Roy discussing their collection and incredible donation to Taos Art Museum.
On View: April 26 through January 11, 2026, in the Janis and Roy Coffee Gallery
2025 marks an incredible milestone for Janis and Roy Coffee: 65 years of enduring love and partnership, during which they have nurtured a passion for art that has transformed their lives. Their journey as art collectors spans nearly the entirety of their marriage, showcasing a deep commitment to each other and the creative spirit that inspires them.
Their connection to Taos runs deep. Roy's early visits to the area, influenced by his mother's upbringing near Tres Piedras, and Janis's treasured memories of Taos from her youth have woven a strong bond between the couple and this town. With its rich history and vibrant art scene, Taos became a natural haven for the Coffees.
What began as a focus on Texas art soon blossomed into a vibrant collection that reflects the essence of Taos and the Southwest. Over the years, their collection has flourished, much like the beautiful landscapes surrounding them. This exhibition features a stunning selection of the Coffees' most treasured and beloved works of art, drawn from the 150 pieces they generously donated to the Taos Art Museum. Their contribution has significantly enriched the breadth and scope of the Museum's collection, each piece telling a unique story and reflecting their shared journey as collectors.
From the foundational works of the Taos Society of Artists to the bold innovations of the Taos Moderns, the Coffee Collection offers a sweeping view of the creative evolution that defines Taos. Each piece reflects a moment of discovery, a shared vision, and a profound respect for the artistic legacy of this remarkable region. Together, they tell the story of two lives intertwined in love but also in a deep and abiding appreciation for art that continues to inspire.
Click here to watch a video of Janis and Roy discussing their collection and incredible donation to Taos Art Museum.
Interested in submitting a proposal to exhibit in the Fechin Studio? Learn more here!