Guide to Collecting Western Art InGreatFalls
MONTANAArt Show PreviewOut and About
Western art’s big weekend returns this March in Great Falls, Montana.
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ourneying to the Heritage Inn from March 20 through
March 23, the Out West Art Show and Sale will bring more
than 140 great Western artists to one spot. As one of the
most bustling art events in Montana, it’s no surprise that the four-day
long affair attracts top-tier talent. “The Out West Art Show has been
the gold standard for Western art for 48 years,” says Chip Jones, one
of the organizers of the event. Jones’ work will also be included in
this year’s show. He adds, “Each artist prides themselves on creating
their own private gallery for the four-day event and continues to
have playful competition with each other to see who can present
their work in just the right environment.”
For those unfamiliar with the event—which is free to the
public—each featured artist converts a hotel room into a studio
where visitors can view artwork while chatting with the artists
themselves. Out West Art Show will also feature a “quick draw”
competition, where a select group of artists have one hour to
create an original piece of art, as well as a “quick finish” event,
where artists have a limited amount of time to put the finishing
touches on their works.
“Both (events) are filled with energy and excitement
as patrons get to rub shoulders with true masters of their
Artists take part in the Quick Finish competition.
Karen Young, Range Master, oil on canvas, 48 x 60"