Eight New Mexico State University (NMSU) metalsmithing students and three alumni will participate in the inaugural exhibition of the Las Cruces Metals Guild this October.

Founded in 2022, the Las Cruces Metals Guild aims to connect metalsmiths at various stages of their careers. The guild offers learning and networking opportunities through social gatherings, workshops, lectures, and other community activities.

The exhibition will begin with an opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11 at THE HOOD, located at 3206 Harrelson St. The event is free and open to the public and will run until Nov. 11. THE HOOD is open Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.

“This exhibition is such a great opportunity for not only metals and jewelry students to show their work but also a fabulous first show for the Metals Guild of Las Cruces,” said NMSU art student Johanna Typaldos. “As a student member, I'm excited and proud to be a part of this group show.”

A total of 18 metalsmiths will display their work at the exhibition, with more than half having ties to NMSU. Participating NMSU art students include Johanna Typaldos, Julieanna Lerma, Leila Duran, Kayla Blundell, Imperio Hernandez, Darcy Matthews, Elizabeth Swenson, and Gisselle Gomez. Alumni participants are Nick Galza, Catherine Gabaldon Barnes, and Carolina Sephra Reyes.

“Las Cruces Metals Guild is a newly formed community organization, and we are excited to show our members' talented work to the public,” said Reyes, president of the Las Cruces Metals Guild. “I hope everyone can join us at the opening reception to celebrate our first exhibition!”

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