"These jewel-like paintings intuitively fuse different aesthetic traditions, folk art and old master, with natural grace and an uncanny quality that may be a species of magic." —American Arts Quarterly
"Masked Eros with Lover's Eye" 12x9 inches, oil on panel available at Meyer Gallery, Santa Fe Love's Philosophy by Percy Bysshe Shelley The fountains mingle with the river And the rivers with the ocean, The winds of heaven mix for ever With a sweet emotion; Nothing in the world is single; All things by a…
I just finished the body of work for my show which opens tomorrow, Friday, June 6, 5-7 pm at the Meyer East Gallery in Santa Fe. There are lots of new pieces built around the theme "Tesoro Mio" ~ a show full of many treasured objects and beloveds.
I've always loved the name "Dorabella." I was painting this while listening to Mozart's opera "Cosi Fan Tutte" ~ and it was natural to name this piece "Dorabella" after one of the characters. I think that "Dorabella" means "beautiful" (bella) "gift" (dora.)
I have donated the small watercolor above to benefit The Santa Fe Artist's Emergency Medical Fund. I did not put a reserve on this work and the default starting bid is $50. So please come and bid to support this worthy cause. This year's annual party and silent auction ~ over 100 Santa Fe artists…
FATIMA RONQUILLO 
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