The term 'New Mexican Art Colony' refers to the art colony in Taos, New Mexico. Founded in 1898, the Taos art colony was a gathering of artists from around the world who were drawn to the unique landscape and culture of the area. The colony was home to many influential American painters, including Georgia O'Keeffe, Ansel Adams, and Marsden Hartley. The colony also attracted writers, musicians, and other creative individuals, and it continues to be an important center for the arts today.