Stops Along The Turquoise Trail

First River Gallery

Visit a delightful outdoor gallery featuring the artwork of Sachiko Umi, including local/regional landscapes and floral paintings, murals, sand and stone sculptures.
Summer- open Saturdays 10am-2-pm and by appointment.

Japanese American, born in Albuquerque, Sachiko has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of New Mexico. During her 12-year tenure with the International Folk Art Market (2008 - 2020), Sachiko has worked each year with over 150 folk artists from over 50 countries. Through her experience as Director of Artist Development and as a result of her travels, she especially values the diversity of cultures throughout the art world.

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