What is Western Art?

Typically, the title of “Western art” applies to art forms from European cultural traditions. Historically, this includes artwork from the United States and Canada. However, modern Western art, especially in the United States, largely pertains to artwork rooted in the traditions of the American West. American Western art captures the heart of the old and new American West through traditional and modern interpretations. From breathtaking natural landscapes to capturing the rough and gritty Wild West lifestyle, modern American Western art engages viewers in meaningful experiences that transcend time and allows them to encounter the essence of the West.

Our Collection of American Western Art

In our gallery, we want to capture the diversity of American western art and provide an engaging gallery experience for our visitors. Working in a range of media from painting to sculpture to photography, our artists connect people with the spirit of the old and modern West. We work with established and emerging modern Western artists in Montana and across the globe. From the wildlife bronze sculptures by Raymond Gibby to the traditional cowboy canvases of Duke Beardsley, our collection of Western art is immersive and culturally rich.