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.
HISTORIC FECHIN STUDIO
Izumi Yokoyama, "Rest"
Izumi Yokoyama, Between Dreams
On View: May 17 - July 6, 2025
Exhibition Reception: Saturday, May 17, 1-3 p.m. RSVP
Between Dreams is an evocative exhibition of ink drawings and sculptures by Izumi Yokoyama. With extraordinary delicacy and detail, Yokoyama invites viewers into a world where the natural and celestial intertwine.
Her ink drawings, composed of impossibly fine lines, capture fleeting moments, such as starlit skies framed by trees, a quiet herd of elk, or the outline of an animal filled with constellations. Each image reveals a dreamlike portal between inner and outer worlds.
Alongside these expansive visions, Yokoyama’s thread-and-yarn sculptures offer a contrasting sense of intimacy. Influenced by the Japanese word Tsumugu, meaning “thread-spinning,” these works explore connection, storytelling, and tactile memory.
Born in Niigata, Japan, and now based in Taos, Yokoyama blends the sensibilities of two landscapes - the high desert and her native country - to create artwork rooted in meditation, mythology, and quiet wonder.,
On View: May 17 - July 6, 2025
Exhibition Reception: Saturday, May 17, 1-3 p.m. RSVP
Between Dreams is an evocative exhibition of ink drawings and sculptures by Izumi Yokoyama. With extraordinary delicacy and detail, Yokoyama invites viewers into a world where the natural and celestial intertwine.
Her ink drawings, composed of impossibly fine lines, capture fleeting moments, such as starlit skies framed by trees, a quiet herd of elk, or the outline of an animal filled with constellations. Each image reveals a dreamlike portal between inner and outer worlds.
Alongside these expansive visions, Yokoyama’s thread-and-yarn sculptures offer a contrasting sense of intimacy. Influenced by the Japanese word Tsumugu, meaning “thread-spinning,” these works explore connection, storytelling, and tactile memory.
Born in Niigata, Japan, and now based in Taos, Yokoyama blends the sensibilities of two landscapes - the high desert and her native country - to create artwork rooted in meditation, mythology, and quiet wonder.,
Interested in submitting a proposal to exhibit in the Fechin Studio? Learn more here!