The Southwestern Art Colony is a term used to describe the artistic community that developed in Taos, New Mexico in the early 20th century. This colony was made up of a diverse group of artists, writers, and intellectuals who were drawn to the area by its unique landscape and culture. The colony was founded by Mabel Dodge Luhan and her husband Tony Luhan, and it quickly became a hub for creative expression and experimentation. The colony was home to many famous artists, including Georgia O'Keeffe, Ansel Adams, and Marsden Hartley. Today, the legacy of the Southwestern Art Colony lives on in the vibrant art scene of Taos.