What happens when discarded silver, sculptural jewelry, and vivid portraiture share the same room?

Find out at our next Art Talk featuring Adam Bustamante and Will McConnell.

Join us June 25 at 6 PM for a casual conversation with artists Adam Bustamante and Will McConnell as we dive into process, inspiration, creative challenges, and everything in between.

Bring your questions, curiosity, and a friend.

Limited seating RSVP encouraged ✨

Second Thought is a solo exhibition by Albuquerque based jeweler and metalsmith Will McConnell of Pllatoro Jewelry Studio, whose work explores transformation, craftsmanship, and the beauty of imperfection.

The exhibition emerged from an unexpected moment in Will’s studio. After a project failed to go as planned, frustration led him to melt the silver into a pool of molten metal that eventually cooled into an irregular form. The discarded piece sat untouched for years before he revisited it in early 2025. What began as another act of frustration, taking a hammer to the silver blob, became the catalyst for a new creative direction and distinct body of work.

With more than twenty years of silversmithing experience, McConnell draws inspiration from both New Mexico’s landscapes and the intersection of natural and human-made forms. His work reflects s fascination with contrast: organic textures alongside intentional design, refinement emerging from raw material, and beauty discovered through process.

Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, June 18th from 5-8pm at Lapis Room, and experience a collection that reimagines what is discarded, honoring the flaws and imperfections that make each piece unique. The show remains on view through July 19th.

DJ Speed One is spinnin' the classics at Plaza Don Luis! Cruise to Old Town and kick off our Spring music series with us!

Join Plaza Don Luis as we celebrate art and life through icon Frida Kahlo.

On Nov 8th from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Plaza Don Luis is hosing live music by Latin Grammy winning, and Grammy nominated musicians, Shae Fiol and Mireya Ramos co-founders of the all women's Mariachi group, Flor de Toloache! As well as a food pop-up from Sabor a mi, tea based mock-tails for sale, as well as some vendors set up in the Plaza, AND we'll bring in heaters to keep the vibes comfortable for all who visit.

We're encouraging Frida inspired attire, and will host a best Frida dressed contest.

Plaza merchants will host "frida specials" in their stores.

Dress up and come out to celebrate with us!

Join Plaza Don Luis for our fourth annual Día de los Muertos Celebración!

On Día de los Muertos, Sunday November 2nd, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Plaza Don Luis is proud to host:

Mariachi Los Tigres Blancos & Mariachi Los Cabellos Del Deste

Community Ofrenda by Augustine Romero

Flowers + Decor by Plaza Don Luis

Hot Chocolate + Pan de Muerto by Flying Roadrunner Bakery

Celebratory Dress Encouraged -- Prizes Available for Best Dressed (Generously Gifted by PDL merchants, Oaxacan Zapotec House + Happy Hiker)

This eclectic instrumental band performs in PDL Saturday, October 18th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

DJ Girl On Mars performs in Plaza Don Luis Saturday, October 11th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. She’s spinning the classics!

Let’s get groovy! With the Surf Lords! They perform in Plaza Don Luis Saturday, October 4th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Keep it easy, with local New Mexican Guitarist Dan Golden. This beloved musician performs in Plaza Don Luis Saturday, September 27th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. His smooth picking is the perfect backdrop for your Old Town shopping experience.

This event is free and open to the public!

Keep it easy, with local New Mexican Guitarist Dan Golden. This beloved musician performs in Plaza Don Luis Saturday, September 20th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. His smooth picking is the perfect backdrop for your Old Town shopping experience.

This event is free and open to the public!

Keep the party going! With local New Orleans Jazz band Flamebaux! They perform right in Plaza Don Luis Saturday, September 13th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm! Their energy is perfect for a fun afternoon in Old Town!

This event is free and open to the public!