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Western Art Collector 148
December 2019
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Forward & Beyond
An Ed Mell retrospective in his home state shows how the artist is inspired by contemporary design as much as Western tradition.
Read Article Visit GalleryThe Cowboy and the Claus
Santa Claus and the West collide in a new Tom Browning show at Legacy Gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Depicting horses and horse culture in the West, Chloé Marie Gaillard brings a contemporary edge to her new work in Taos, New Mexico.
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Francis Livingston: Sun lands
Even during his distinguished career in illustration, Francis Livingston was interested in the work of the great artists of the West.
Read Article Visit GalleryInto the West
The West calls to everyone. Not everyone answers the call. But Joshua LaRock did.
Read Article Visit GalleryContemporary aesthetic
Montana artist Troy Collins has long been associated with his signature landscape paintings of aspen trees
Read Article Visit GallerySand and stars: Whitney Gardner
Nearly a decade ago Whitney Gardner was living in Oakland, California, and finishing school when she realized she was ready to move from the city to a quieter and more nature-filled existence.
Read Article Visit GallerySmall Miracles
Beginning December 12, Legacy Gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona, will be offering more than 200 new works during the 19th annual Holiday Small Works Show.
Read Article Visit GalleryBlack Friday
On November 29, Maxwell Alexander Gallery will present its annual Black Friday miniature show through its online store.
Read Article Visit GalleryDeck the Walls
Tis the season—Trailside Galleries in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, returns with its annual Deck the Walls: Holiday Miniature Show.
Read Article Visit GalleryMerry and bright
An upcoming show at Mountain Trails Gallery in Sedona, Arizona, feeds that fire with Holiday Gems & Treasures, running December 6 through the end of the year.
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Goodly Remnants
Western art dealer Tom Nygard finds something he loves within all aspects of his Montana collection.
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Santa Fe Showcase
Oil Painters of America hosts its next Western Regional Juried Exhibition at Sorrel Sky Gallery in New Mexico.
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Rags to Riches
A new exhibition at the Sid Richardson Museum shines a bright light on the museum’s namesake.
Read Article Visit GalleryWild Things
Phippen Museum’s latest contemporary Western exhibition is a call to the wild.
Read Article Visit GalleryPushing the Limits
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian presents eight decades of paintings in a new exhibition on view in New York City.
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Great Energy
Caddo potter Chase Kahwinhut Earles takes home the Best of Show prize at this year’s Cherokee Art Market.
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Western Art News
Performing the Print
An Ansel Adams exhibition at the Phoenix Art Museum will examine how the photographer grouped his images.
Read ArticleSerendipity
A nearly complete collection of Cowboy Artists of America catalogs is being offered by Bonhams in Los Angeles.
Read ArticleCowboy Maelstrom
Sophy Brown is named the featured artist for the 2020 Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale in Denver.
Read ArticleFind Your Western
A new exhibition at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum redefines what makes Western films truly “Western.”
Read ArticleDigital Avenues
Using online platforms, Kelly’s Collectibles is offering collectors a unique new way to purchase fine art.
Read ArticleA Quick Lope
Scott Baxter’s new photography exhibition opens December 17 at the Taos Art Museum at Fechin House.
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Western Art Trail Calendar
Our guide to special events, sales & auctions from coast to coast
Read ArticleWestern Makers: Ryder Gauteraux
Spotlights on artists and artisans who specialize in silver, leather, stone, wood and beyond.
Read Article Visit GalleryCurating the West
Each Month We Ask Leading Museum Curators About What’s Going On In Their World.
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