About Sandi J. Ludescher

Event: Dia de los Muertos show

Dates: 14 Sep 2021 - 16 Nov 2021

This is an invitational small group show curated around and including my Dia de los Muertos series.

Event: In Celebration

Dates: 16 Oct 2020 - 15 Nov 2020

This will be a very large solo show featuring my Dia de los Muertos series. It will encompass all gallery space at Fuller Lodge. Come in Day of the Dead makeup!!

Event: On the Surface

Dates: 18 Jun 2020 - 16 Jul 2020

This is a national juried group show. It was supposed to be a physical show but has moved to online due to the pandemic. It extremely honored to be in this show.

Event: Exhibiting Artist

Dates: 20 Mar 2020 - 20 Mar 2021

This is a highly competitive program, formerly known as the Artist-in-Residence program.” My work will be showcased from 2020 through 2021.

Event: Healing Power of Art 2020

Dates: 20 Feb 2020 - 20 Apr 2020

My work, Meditation, was given a Merit Award in this show.

Event: Dia de los Muertos Invitational

Dates: 2 Nov 2019 - 23 Nov 2019

Annual, invitational show featuring work and retablos themed around Dia de los Muertos

Event: Encantada 2019

Dates: 4 Oct 2019 - 28 Oct 2019

A juried, prestigious group show. One of my paintings received an honorable mention.

Event: Practice

Dates: 2 Jul 2019 - 31 Jul 2019

This was an invitational exhibition and sale for work that had been done during direct observation of a live model.

Event: From Our Mountain To Yours

Dates: 15 Nov 2018 - 9 Jan 2019

This is a show with my featured works shared with fellow artist and friend, Betty Lehnus.

Event: Encantada

Dates: 5 Oct 2018 - 30 Oct 2018

This is a large, well-respected annual group show.

Event: Women’s Work

Dates: 2 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2018

A juried show of 31 women artists in celebration of Women in the Arts.
This is my second year of being invited.

Event: Buy art, save a pet

Dates: 21 Oct 2017 - 18 Nov 2017

Benefit show for Animal Humane New Mexico.
4 paintings—one recent that has never been shown before—“Channeling Georgia “ and 2 framed lithographs

Event: Flora

Dates: 20 Oct 2017 - 31 Mar 2018

Seven of my floral pieces—oils and watercolor—a few never shown before. Large works.

Event: Limited Edition 2017

Dates: 14 Jul 2017 - 31 Jul 2017

A juried show of prints.

Event: Encantada

Dates: 1 Jul 2017 - 31 Jul 2017

This is an annual regional prestigious show for oil and acrylic paintings.

Event: Wild!

Dates: 19 May 2017 - 30 Jun 2017

This is a group show to benefit endangered wildlife--and to create more awareness of their plight.

Event: Women's Work

Dates: 18 Mar 2017 - 8 Apr 2017

Juried show of 17 women artists in celebration of Women in the Arts

Event: Women's Work

Dates: 9 Mar 2017 - 28 Apr 2017

This is a prestigious annual show of original artwork juriedby very respected and prestigious judges.

My oil painting, "She Dreams of Everything She Is" was accepted to this year's show.

Event: Early Journey

Dates: 3 Dec 2016 - 3 Feb 2017

This is their first online juried show. Two of my watercolors were chosen: "Georgia in Kansas" and "Meditation."

Event: Members Fall Show

Dates: 3 Dec 2016 - 14 Feb 2017

This is a group show of members work, using the space at Sacred Arts Gallery, St Makrk's Episopal Church, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

My two works, "Almost Home" and "Pond View"--both oil on canvas and custom framed, are included in this show.

Event: Juried Fine Art Exhibition

Dates: 4 Nov 2016 - 14 Dec 2016

This is a prestigious show in the fine arts district of Denver, Colorado.
My watercolor, "Here Comes the Sun," was chosen for inclusion.

Event: Born to be Wild!

Dates: 6 Aug 2016 - 30 Sep 2016

This was a group show featuring artwork that matched the theme and title of the show. My lithographic print, "4z's for Z," was included in this show.

Event: Encantada 2016

Dates: 1 Jul 2016 - 28 Jul 2016

This is an annual regional prestigious show for oil and acrylic paintings.

Event: Exposed

Dates: 17 Jun 2016 - 3 Jul 2016

This is show of work done in an open studio setting with a live model. All work for the show had to be executed during a specific Tuesday night group. This show culminates in a published volume highlighting the pieces in the show.

Event: Summer Exhibition

Dates: 11 Jun 2016 - 28 Aug 2016

This is a members-only show staged at a very busy community building that is important to our community. All of the work is watercolor. Two of my paintings--"Georgia in Kansas" and "Lily Pond View" will be in this show.

Event: The Art of the Flower

Dates: 11 Jun 2016 - 9 Jul 2016

This is an annual regional show in a very nice venue. My oil painting,"Pond View" was invited.

Event: Gateway to Imagination National Art Show

Dates: 7 May 2016 - 9 Jul 2016

This is an annual national juried show at a large museum. There were 450 entries from 33 states. They chose 112, representing 25 states. My large recent watercolor, " Here Comes the Sun'" was one of them.

Event: Pulse!

Dates: 7 May 2016 - 31 Jul 2016

This was a really cool show that featured artwork that had been inspired by music. There was a link to the song that inspired the artwork next to the artwork. When you scanned it, the song played on your smartphone. I had three pieces in this show: "Guitarman," "Just Whistle!" and "The Beat Goes On."

Event: In Admiration of the Figure

Dates: 1 Apr 2016 - 30 Apr 2016

This is a group show that I am organizing to showcase artwork done during open studio sessions working from a live model. There will be no photography, but every other media will eligible.
Albuquerque and Santa Fe have a wealth of these sessions available to many fantastic artists. This is the first time in Albuquerque that their talents and work will be available for public viewing.

Event: Master Works 2016

Dates: 1 Apr 2016 - 30 Apr 2016

This is a large, prestigious annual show. It is a cooperative show between three of the art associations in New Mexico concerning pastels, watercolor and oil/acrylic painting.
Each organization is given wall space for 47 works of art. Approximately 20% who apply are invited. An artist may have a maximum of two works in the show.
My oil painting, "Homage," was chosen for this year's exhibition.

Event: First Anniversary Invitational Show

Dates: 3 Mar 2016 - 31 Mar 2016

This is an invitational show of the artists that have been showcased during the first year Gallery 606 was open. It is a birthday party, of sorts.

Event: Limited Edition

Dates: 26 Jan 2016 - 5 Mar 2016

An exhibition of prints of all sorts

The opening reception is Saturday, February 6, 2016, 5-7:30 pm,

3409 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Event: Paint the Ballet 2

Dates: 11 Nov 2015 - 28 Nov 2015

This is a show of artwork created by artists working with a professional dance company co-operatively. Thirty-six visual artists participated. The idea is to create a higher profile for both the dancers and the artists.

There will be a reception featuring dancers posing and the artists painting them during the reception.

Event: Recent Works

Dates: 4 Nov 2015 - 12 Dec 2015

This is a two-person show--my work and the gallery owner's. It will feature some of my oils and watercolors, with no particular theme in mind. Some of the work has never been shown before.
The opening is Friday, November 6th and will be listed in Albquerque Artscrawl.

Event: New Mexico Watercolor Society Fall Show

Dates: 4 Oct 2015 - 25 Oct 2015

A juried, annual group show held at the Fine Arts Gallery at NM EXPO. My painting, "Outta Gas' will be there.

Event: Biologique

Dates: 2 Oct 2015 - 31 Oct 2015

This group features art work inspired by the patterns of nature. My newest watercolor, "Meditation,' was chosen for the show. It is of water lilies.

Event: New Mexico Watercolor Society Members Fall Show

Dates: 16 Aug 2015 - 30 Oct 2015

My watercolors," Chief Eagle's Coup" and "Corn Woman's Task" will be part of this show.

Event: Encantada 2015!

Dates: 10 Jul 2015 - 28 Jul 2015

This is an annual group art show of regional artists that work in mediums that don't require being framed under glass or plexiglass--like oils and acrylics.
It is a very large and respected show.
I have three works participating: "She Dreams of Everything She Is"
'Just Whistle"
"Dance!"

Event: RGAA Summer Exhibition

Dates: 30 Jun 2015 - 14 Aug 2015

This is a Rio Grande Art Association membership show. It is for work that is shown on a wall and not under glass. My three works are in oil on canvas: "Gimme Shelter," "Channeling Georgia," and "The Beat Goes On."

Event: ABQ Pridefest 2015

Dates: 12 Jun 2015 - 13 Jun 2015

This is the 39th annual art show held in conjunction and opening the month-long celebration of LGBT Pride.
It is a pop up show--lasting only 24 hours.
I had four paintings in it--two oils: "Playing Lizzie Taylor" and "The Beat Goes On"

Event: Nude Nite-Tampa

Dates: 5 Mar 2015 - 7 Mar 2015

This is a juried show that specializes in transforming a raw factory in to a sophisticated pop up gallery. The industrial venue showcases the beauty of the nude in stunning contrast and enhances A cash bar, catered food, live music.

Event: Paint the Ballet

Dates: 6 Nov 2014 - 31 Dec 2014

This show is a cooperative effort between New Mexico Ballet and 36 visual artists. The intent is to benefit both the dancers and the artists through heightened visibility within the community. The dancers posed for the models and the artists also attended a class and rehearsal. The works in the show are the results.
Many of these paintings have also been featured at the studio where the dancers study and rehearse.
I have three pieces in the show: "Spartacus," "Antoinette," and "Dance!."

Event: 26th Annual Fine Arts Show

Dates: 3 Oct 2014 - 12 Oct 2014

The proceeds from this show goes to preserve and maintain this historic landmark. It is no longer used for worship but for weddings and cultural events.
Three of my paintings will be in the show: Up Close and Personal, an oil on gessoed paper; Sanctuary, a watercolor; and, Four Turkeys, a watercolor.

Event: The Elegant Nude

Dates: 23 Sep 2014 - 1 Nov 2014

This national show was juried by former rock star Grace Slick (Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship.) Mypainting "Three Nudes" was chosen.

Event: Artist Showcase

Dates: 2 Sep 2014 - 1 Dec 2014

"August Sky," a large ( 35" x 70") oil painting will be showcased in this beautiful historic and restored hotel in downtown Albuquerque.

Event: August Sky

Dates: 1 Sep 2014 - 1 Dec 2014

A large, 35.5" x 7-0," oil on canvas of a New Mexico during the rainy season.

Event: ABQ Pridefest 2014

Dates: 30 May 2014 - 31 May 2014

The show opens events, activities and celebrations of Gay Pride month.

My paintings--Up Close and Personal, My Gioconda, Portrait of a Nude Dancer, Nude Dancers and "Four Turkeys" participated. I won first place in watercolors for "Four Turkeys."

Event: Artist's Showcase

Dates: 1 May 2014 - 1 Aug 2014

Four or five of my paintings were chosen to showcase, Native American and landscape scenes.
I will also be featured in an "Artists in Action" where I will be painting "live" during a champagne and hors d oeuvre reception. The space will be shared with one other artist.

Event: Male Man:Women Artists Depicting Men

Dates: 1 May 2014 - 30 May 2014

I have three paintings showcased in the video portion of this show: 1) Hard Day's End, 2) Guitarman; and 3) Playing Lizzie Taylor

Event: Portrait of a Nude Dancer

Dates: 7 Feb 2014 - 30 Mar 2014

What is the dancer contemplating in this captured moment?

Event: "Voices Against Racism"

Dates: 1 Jun 1990 - 30 Jun 1990

Oil painting, " Our Daily Bread."

Event: ArtWalk

Dates: 1 May 1990 - 31 May 1990

watercolors and oils

Event: Solo Exhibition

Dates: 1 Oct 1989 - 31 Oct 1989

mixed media, watercolors and oils

Event: Solo Work

Dates: 1 Jul 1989 - 31 Jul 1989

watercolors and oils

Event: "Read Between the Lines"

Dates: 1 Apr 1989 - 30 Apr 1989

Watercolors

Event: "Women in Washington's History" Invitational Centennial Exhibit

Dates: 1 Mar 1989 - 31 Mar 1989

two oil paintings: "Centennial Mother and Child" and "Baskets for Sale."

Event: Art Wyoming

Dates: 1 Dec 1988 - 16 Dec 1988

2 watercolors

Event: Grand Opening Exhibition

Dates: 8 Oct 1988 - 15 Nov 1998

watercolors and oils

Event: "41st Annual National Watercolor Exhibition"

Dates: 1 Sep 1988 - 16 Sep 1988

3 watercolors