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Featured Artist: Jim Vogel

Jim Vogel is a celebrated painter known for his vivid, narrative-driven depictions of New Mexico’s landscapes and culture. His distinctive style, marked by exaggerated forms and rich, earthy colors, brings to life the stories of rural life, tradition, and the spirit of the Southwest. Each painting reflects his deep connection to the land and its people, capturing both history and emotion in every brushstroke. Explore his latest works at Blue Rain Gallery in Santa Fe, NM, and Durango, CO.

Experience Jim Vogel at Blue Rain Gallery in Santa Fe, NM & Durango, CO

Experience the storytelling artistry of Jim Vogel at Blue Rain Gallery. His paintings capture the heart of New Mexico, blending rich colors, exaggerated forms, and deep narratives that celebrate the region’s culture and landscapes. Visit Blue Rain Gallery in Santa Fe, NM, and Durango, CO, to explore his latest works and immerse yourself in the spirit of the Southwest.

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Jim Vogel

La Vela #4

Original Paintings
Item No. 22403

Jim Vogel

La Vela #5

Original Paintings
Item No. 22402

Jim Vogel

La Vela #7

Original Paintings
Item No. 22401

Jim Vogel

Whistling on the Tracks

Print
Item No. 21821

Jim Vogel

Sueños de la Primavera (Dreams of Spring)

Original Paintings
Item No. 20715

Jim Vogel

Clandestine Charivari

Original Paintings
Item No. 19205

Jim Vogel

Playing with Fire

Original Paintings
Item No. 18632

About Jim Vogel

Jim Vogel deftly weaves color and emotion, detail and shape into paintings that reflect life and land in New Mexico. Vogel hails from a family of storytellers, so each of his works tells its own tale of the land, the culture, and the common man's struggle. Vogel's storytelling continues including paintings which depict New Mexican folklore and myths that have crossed cultures and been told for generations. "I'm trying to put images to these stories I've heard over and over from my mother and father," says the artist. Vogel is also well known for his paintings featuring New Mexican landscapes and rural life, many of which feature beautiful hand-made tin frames.

An Award-Winning Artist

Jim Vogel is an award-winning artist whose work has made a lasting impact on the Southwestern art scene. Through his expressive storytelling and distinctive style, he captures the heart of New Mexico’s culture, landscapes, and people. Vogel’s paintings are widely collected and celebrated for their emotional depth, craftsmanship, and cultural resonance.

New Mexico's Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts, 2016
Briscoe Museum Purchase Award at the Night of Artists exhibition for his painting High Stakes – Pancho Villa loses his favorite rifle to Elfego Baca, then wants it back, 2024