The Salon 1033

In the warmth of a Pennsylvania farmhouse, just outside Philadelphia, I grew up surrounded by the luminous spirit of mid-century salons. My artist parents hosted eclectic gatherings where painters, poets, musicians, photographers, writers, and madmen designers came alive—sparking debate, laughter, and brilliance late into  the night. These colorful assemblies were more than social events—they were acts   of curation,celebration, and artistic communion. I would often sit at the top of the hallway stairs listening and watching.

Today, I honor the legacy of Annette and Isa Barnett by rekindling the magic of salons, spaces where inspiration is experienced, stories are shared, and souls ignited. In this traditional spirit, I will revisit the atmosphere of Gertrude Stein’s Paris and Mabel Dodge Luhan’s and later Dennis Hopper’s “mud palace” in Taos.


Douglas Kirkland. Dennis Hopper in Taos, New Mexico, 1971


I invite you to join me—Ivan Barnett—alongside a curated group of creative minds who have helped shape New Mexico into the vibrantly, diverse artists’ mecca that it has become.


On my way to Taos, 1951, Ivan age 4, with his father, Isa.  Painting by Leon Karp.


Details:
Sunday, July 27, 2025
2:30 – 5:00 PM
1033 Brisa Circle, Santa Fe


Kindly RSVP by July 14 to: ivanbarnettsf@gmail.com
or 505.471.1014