Kokopelli and Christmas Lights

The shops in Albuquerque’s Old Town are gearing up for Christmas — with a little traditional help.

Madonna and Pigeon

This carving of the Virgin of Guadalupe is in a cottonwood tree behind the San Felipe de Neri church in Albuquerque’s Old Town. I was told that the carving was originally done by a veteran returned from the Korean War — that he made the carving in thanks for his safe return from the war.

Tractor Mailbox

Winter’s always tough for me because browns are predominant and bright colors are scarce. This mailbox was a nice visual break.

Merry Christmas

Another critter from the River of Lights display, wishing you a Merry Christmas.

Coyote in Lights

A coyote prowls the River of Lights, at the Albuquerque Biopark.

Guard Dog

A dog peers out from a gate in Old Town Albuquerque.

Calavera Chair

A chair spotted outside an Old Town (Albuquerque) eatery.

Storefront Detail

Detail of an old building on the plaza, in Las Vegas, New Mexico.

Classic New Mexican Church (almost)

A classic New Mexican church covered with murals.

Model T and Trumpet Vine

A Model T, framed with trumpet vine in full bloom, in Albuquerque’s North Valley.