Art Santa Fe 2026 Fair Recap
Art Santa Fe 2026 Celebrates Contemporary Art, Creative Connections, and a Growing Community of Artists
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- Contemporary Art Projects
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- Artavita
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- EDGAR MEDINA ART
Art Santa Fe 2026 brought together artists, collectors, designers, and art enthusiasts for an inspiring weekend celebrating creativity, discovery, and the diverse voices shaping today’s contemporary art landscape.
The 26th edition of Art Santa Fe welcomed an expanded audience of art lovers, with attendance increasing 30% over 2025. Held in one of the nation’s most renowned art destinations, the fair provided visitors with the opportunity to experience original artwork, connect directly with artists, and discover new perspectives across a wide range of mediums and styles.
Featuring talented artists from across the United States and around the world, Art Santa Fe showcased a dynamic mix of painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and contemporary works. Throughout the weekend, attendees explored the fair, engaged with exhibitors, and celebrated the creativity and passion behind each artist’s work.
Celebrating Artistic Excellence
A highlight of Art Santa Fe each year is recognizing the outstanding talent represented throughout the fair. The Art Santa Fe Awards celebrate artists whose work demonstrates exceptional creativity, craftsmanship, originality, and artistic vision.
Congratulations to this year’s award recipients:
SPOTLIGHT AWARDS
- Arasley Rios, Seraphym Designs, Booth J-2
- Ben Garza, Booth J-6
- Ellen Gonzales, Booth D-1
- Loretta Rieth, Booth C-2
- Olga Lavrova, Booth C-8
DIRECTORS AWARD: Artavita / World Wide Art and MCP2 Art Studio
BEST INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITOR: GX Gallery, Octavio & Oscar Morales, and Rajul Shah
BEST BOOTH DESIGN: Lana Nguyen, Peter Kahn, and ViVO Contemporary
BEST SCULPTURE EXHIBITOR: Felicia, Craig Robb, and Cruz Lopez
BEST NEW EXHIBITOR: Alexandra Jicol and Graham Hobart, In a Different Light
BEST SOLO EXHIBITOR: Jewelry by James and Lauren Deyo
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE: Contemporary Art Gallery USA
These artists represent the incredible range of talent and innovation found throughout Art Santa Fe, and we are honored to recognize their contributions to the contemporary art community.
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- OCTAVIO & OSCAR MORALES
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- ELLEN GONZALES
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- PETER KAHN PHOTOGRAPHY
Building Connections That Continue Beyond the Fair
While Art Santa Fe is a celebration of art in the moment, many of the most meaningful opportunities begin with a conversation. Throughout the weekend, artists connected with collectors, designers, and art professionals while sharing the stories and inspiration behind their work.
Exhibitors reported meaningful conversations, new relationships, gallery interest, commission inquiries, and connections that have the potential to extend well beyond the fair weekend. These interactions are at the heart of Art Santa Fe—creating a space where artists can expand their reach and audiences can discover new voices in contemporary art.
Celebrating the Art Santa Fe Community
From the artists who shared their vision to the collectors and visitors who came ready to explore, discover, and engage, Art Santa Fe 2026 was a celebration of creativity and connection.
We extend our sincere appreciation to all of the exhibiting artists, attendees, sponsors, partners, and supporters who made this year’s fair possible. Thank you for being part of a community that continues to champion contemporary art and the artists who bring it to life.
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- Henry Beckham Stewart, Juan Carlos Bermudo
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- Kris Miller, Greta Stockebrand
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- Contemporary Art Projects
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