Collectors have usually known Southwest tapestries by other names: the Saltillo Serape, the Navajo Blanket, and the Rio Grande Blanket. These works of art are, in technical terms, true tapestries. The word tapestry actually refers to a specific weaving technique of constructing many color areas in a fabric by weaving back and forth in small sections with different colors of yarn (technically: "discontinuous weft"). In a complex tapestry there can be scores of separate yarns that are used to build the overall image or design.

This web site presents to you a selection of current and available contemporary tapestries from New Mexico. We will be updating the works on a regular basis, so that in essence, by browsing through this site you will be virtually visiting our gallery. You may call us at 1-800-765-1272 if you have questions about the work or an artist. Many of the artists will do a commission if what you see here is tempting but not just right for your office or home. Many of these artists do large corporate commissions and have works hanging in public places. Purchasing on approval is an option in certain cases.

In the last decade of the 20th century contemporary tapestry has flourished in New Mexico. Weaving Southwest has seen some of these tapestry artists grow from their beginnings in the 70s and 80s to become some of the country's finest tapestry artists. As we enter the 21st century we are proud to represent these artists whose work is unique in the world of tapestry.