Sunday, August 11, 2013

Rancho de Taos


This is my last post from New Mexico. I've been back in St. Paul since July 31st, and it's time to leave my photos taken in that wonderous state safely tucked in  my archives 'til I return again.  It's a bit of magical thinking on my part; it means I'll return again soon if I leave some more photos for later posts.

Above is the front of the church made famous by Georgia O'Keeffe's painting. The smaller photo below is the back of the building from my archives that I'm sure you would recognize immediately.


I had an artist friend paint a likeness of the above photo for me; not as famous as O'Keffee's but he did a great job for me and it's hanging above my bed.  Reminds me of the state.  Sigh!!
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21 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 11, 2013 at 5:42 AM

    This is one of the most beautiful churches I've ever seen! Just love it!

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  2. TexWisGirlAugust 11, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    just a fabulous building!

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  3. JudyAugust 11, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    It is one of my favorite!

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  4. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comAugust 11, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    You should try doing your own painting of the church. Solid, bold colors, clean lines.

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  5. parkerAugust 11, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    Wonderful pic for your finale shot of the season spent in New Mexico! An enjoyable one for you and your readers I'm sure. Already looking forward to your next magical visit!

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  6. LowellAugust 11, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    This is a wonderful photo of an entrancing church structure. I think you ought to enlarge this to poster size, frame it and hang it. Adorama.com in NYC does a great job and their prices are quite reasonable.

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  7. RandyAugust 11, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    I believe deep in my heart that you will be back again soon. I love these shots and I think you should show us your painting.

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  8. KarlAugust 12, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    What an unusual and beautiful Church!
    What is that white "thing" on the back of the building? Snow?
    I can't believe!

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  9. KateAugust 12, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Karl, Yes, it is snow! Taos is in northern New Mexico, not too far from the Colorado border, and northern New Mexico, including Santa Fe, gets snow in the winter...a mile high remember! Doesn't normally stay long. The small photo is from my archives, taken during the winter months.

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  10. LOLfromPasaAugust 12, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Eleven out of Ten, Kate!

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  11. SharonAugust 14, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    This is such a beautiful place and your painting is a wonderful reminder of your time there.

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  12. Rae WalterAugust 16, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    Great shots Kate and I can see why you like to visit.

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  13. sonia a. mascaroAugust 16, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    What a lovely church!

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  14. PerthDailyPhotoAugust 17, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    What a marvellous example of Mexican architecture Kate..I'm sure the time will fly until you return to your beloved Santa Fe.

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  15. MersadSeptember 1, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Great shots. What are the walls of the church made out of?

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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    1. KateSeptember 1, 2013 at 7:58 AM

      This is a classic adobe building and a very famous church!

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  16. GunnOctober 9, 2013 at 12:36 AM

    Unique.
    Never seen anything like it.

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  17. ElaOctober 26, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    Such a beautiful place :)
    Greetings

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  18. K V V S MURTHYNovember 1, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    Unique pictures..!

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  19. sonia a. mascaroDecember 23, 2013 at 5:09 AM

    Merry Christmas! Best wishes for the New Year!

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  20. s.cJanuary 30, 2014 at 4:42 AM

    Really nice building from the times that people didn't need architects to build their buildings. Nice one

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