Welcome to Métier Studio Gallery
Welcome to Métier Studio Gallery — the oldest gallery in Dixon — where artistry is woven, shaped and painted by local hands. Métier Studio Gallery is a destination for handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Southwest. Featuring fine weaving, pottery, woodwork, and painting by local artists, our gallery celebrates the artistry and heritage of Northern New Mexico’s oldest art village. Visit Métier to experience the warmth of handmade work — each piece woven, thrown, or painted with care and intention.
True to Tradition
Nestled along the Rio Embudo, Dixon is a haven for artists—an art village where creativity is woven into daily life. Home to New Mexico’s oldest continuously running studio tour, the Dixon Studio Tour, on the first full weekend each November invites visitors to wander winding roads and discover the work of makers rooted in tradition.
At Métier, the spirit of craft thrives—hands shaping clay, wood, fiber, and reed into objects that hold story and skill. Here, art and heritage meet, offering a glimpse into the enduring beauty of time-honored practices.
Weaving
Weaving is an art form that you can appreciate by looking, touching, and using. Métier features the hand-woven apparel of gallery owner Ai Smith, created on looms in the studio
Pottery
Métier carries the work of many local potters and ceramic artists such as Al Tyrrell and the late Carol Clamer, among others. Functional & decorative pieces available.
Art & more
Here, weaving, pottery, and painting converge in a dialogue between tradition and contemporary artistry. a living testament to the maker’s métier, that place where skill and soul are one.
Artists
Métier proudly showcases the work of local Dixon and Northern New Mexico artists whose craft is deeply rooted in this land and its traditions. Weaving, pottery, painting, woodwork, and more embody the spirit and creativity of our community.
The artists of Métier draw inspiration from the landscapes and quiet rhythms of Northern New Mexico. Their woven, painted, and sculpted works embody both the heritage and the living heartbeat of this creative valley.
Fiber Artists
- Ai Smith
- Ginny Garrard
- Letty Lawrence
- Sara Pene
- Susan Akins
Ceramics
- Al Tyrrell
- Amber Archer
- Carol Clamer
- Jenna Ritter
Paintings
- Andrew Young
- Judy Buffaloe
- Judy Nelson
- Karen Trythall.
- Marilyn Price-Reinbolt
- Peggy Trigg
Jewelry
- Christina Salomon
- JFF Jewelry
- Siempreciosa
Furniture & Woodwork
- Michael Wildgoose
- Rob Stout
Photography
- Eddie Scheps
- Sarah Nelson
Glass
- Shel Neymark
Restoration
At Métier, weaving comes to life in many forms — handwoven scarves, shawls, rugs, and baskets that blend tradition with artistry. We also offer basket repair and restoration, giving cherished pieces new life.
Metier Studio Gallery
Whether you visit in person or simply linger here awhile, may something of this place stay with you—the warmth of handmade work, the spirit of tradition, and the living creativity of this valley. Each piece is an opening, a connection, a reminder that art is not separate from life, but woven into it.